Milky Hot Chocolate

Milk is an excellent source of calcium, vitamin D and protein.  Try this homemade version of hot cocoa that contains less preservatives than bought mixes.

Makes 4 servings

What you need:

4 Cups Skim Milk
1/2 Cup white or brown sugar
1/4 Cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
1/2 Cup hot water

How you prepare:

1. Mix sugar and cocoa powder together in a bowl
2. Add hot water and stir until smooth
3. Stir in cinnamon and vanilla extract
4. Heat milk in microwave, or carefully in sauce pan (do not boil as milk scalds easily)
5. Combine milk and chocolate mixture together, and pour into 4 mugs

Per serving:

Calories: 200
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 1g
Fibre: 1.5g

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