Lean and Laced Hot Cocoa Recipe
Hot cocoa is a staple of the winter and a fun and delicious way to enjoy a sweet treat. We recently learned a fun way to create a healthy hot chocolate from Valerie Cogswell, Nutrition Chef. In this Lean and Laced Hot Cocoa recipe, you can enjoy a rich and chocolaty treat that is loaded with Power Crunch Proto Whey Protein to help stay lean and boost the metabolism.
Stock the bar with healthier toppings like toasted nuts, real light whipped cream, and protein-rich chopped Power Crunch Milk or Dark Choklat Energy Bars. For a grown-up twist, add just a splash of flavored vodka or amaretto to keep the calories at bay. At around 200 calories and 21 grams of protein per serving, this fun and decadent party option will be an instant game day ritual! Check out the recipe and enjoy!
Power Crunch Lean & Laced Hot Cocoa “Bar”
By Nutrition Chef Valerie Cogswell
6 servings: makes 9 ½ cups
1 ½ cups per serving
Nutrition information per serving (not including alcohol or additional garnishes)
Calories per serving: 201
Protein per serving: 21 grams
Carbohydrates per serving: 16 grams
Fat per serving: 6.5 grams
Ingredients:
12 scoops Power Crunch Proto Whey Double Chocolate Protein Powder
Demo Days to Test Out New Skis
Skiing is a sport that thrives on the perfect fit—whether it's boots, jackets, or skis. Demo days offer the ideal opportunity for skiers, especially moms, to fine-tune their gear. These events, hosted by ski brands and local shops, allow you to test the latest skis in real-world ...read more
Favorite Fleece Leggings from Amazon
When you live in cold-weather areas, the right layers make all the difference. I've come to love fleece-lined leggings as a go-to layering piece for winter. A little cold doesn't scare me, I know it's all about finding the right gear. I won't stay inside in winter, I just need ...read more
Why Palisades Tahoe Deserves a Spot on Every Skier’s Bucket List
This was my third visit to Palisades Tahoe, which happens to coincide nicely with their 75th anniversary. Over the 15 years I’ve known the resort, they’ve undergone significant changes. First, they acquired their neighbor, Alpine Meadows. Then came the name change from Squaw ...read more
6 cups unsweetened almond milk
3 cups water
2 heaping tablespoons all natural, unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
3 pinches sea salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Amaretto or flavored vodka (marshmallow, vanilla, whip cream, cake, etc.) – Optional
Garnishes for the Hot Cocoa Bar:
All natural light whipped cream in the can
Power Crunch Milk & Dark Choklat Protein Energy Bars, chopped
Toasted nuts (almond, peanuts, pecans, pinenuts), chopped
Rainbow nonpareils
Cocoa
Cinnamon
- Combine all ingredients (except alcohol) with a whisk in a big pot until smooth over medium heat. As cocoa begins to get hot, whisk constantly. Once cocoa is hot throughout, remove from heat.
- Stir in alcohol if desired. Because amaretto and flavored vodkas are very sweet and high in calories, add just a little at a time and taste as you go. Or just add a small splash to individual mugs.
- Top with a dollop of light whipped cream and desired garnishes. Enjoy!
The Shopping Mama was not paid for this post.
