How to Make Simplest Hot Chocolate (with Maple Syrup and No Refined Sugar) - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a comforting cup of hot chocolate on a cold day, and this recipe for the Simplest Hot Chocolate with Maple Syrup and No Refined Sugar is sure to become a go-to favorite. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this hot chocolate is not only delicious, but it's also a healthier alternative to store-bought mixes that are often loaded with refined sugar and artificial additives.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • Pour milk into a microwave-safe measuring cup. Heat in the microwave until hot, about 1 minute and 30 seconds.
  • Place maple syrup, cocoa, and vanilla into a mug. Pour in 1/3 of the hot milk and stir well. Add remaining hot milk.
  • Nutrition

    217 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 101mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 475mg