Almond Joy Hot Chocolate

It’s good to save sweets for special occasions. Enjoy this warm drink by substituting it for some of the carbohydrates in your meal or snack.
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- Servings
- 4 Servings
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- Serving size
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1 cup + 2 Tbsps. whipped topping + 1 Tbsp. sliced almonds
Ingredients
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unsweetened almond milk
- 4 cup
- 4 cup
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almonds (sliced)
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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Splenda Sugar Blend
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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coconut extract
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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whipped topping (fat-free)
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
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Directions
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Add almonds to a dry sauté pan over medium-high heat and sauté until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
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Add almond milk, cocoa powder, Splenda, and coconut extract to a blender and blend until incorporated and slightly foamy.
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Add hot chocolate mixture to a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
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Add one cup of hot chocolate to a coffee mug, top with 2 Tbsps. whipped topping and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. cooled, toasted almonds.
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Repeat for three remaining coffee mugs.
Reviews
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Loved this, I was craving something sweet and this was so satisfying. I will save this under my favorites.