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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Andrea the «Chocolate Loving Nutritionist» is founder and CEO of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. since 2000. She is an online nutrition course creator, professional speaker and regular guest in the media. Andrea is the recipient of an award by the Dietitians of Canada: The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education....Read more
