✨ The Best Sugar-Free Hot Cocoa You’ll Ever Make (Topped With Sugar-Free Marshmallows)
Why This Hot Cocoa Is EVERYTHING
I have tried every sugar-free cocoa out there — store-bought mixes, Pinterest hacks, TikTok recipes… nothing ever tasted like the real thing.
Until this.
This recipe is:
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Perfectly sweet without being bitter
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Warm, creamy, and chocolaty even though it’s made with hot water
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Totally sugar-free
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SO easy — you can make it in 60 seconds
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And the combo with the sugar-free marshmallows? Unreal. Like a cozy winter dessert with none of the crash.
It tastes like the holidays, self-care, and nostalgia in a mug.
☕ Sugar-Free Hot Cocoa (Single-Serve Recipe)
Ingredients
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4 packets calorie-free stevia. I use the ones from Publix brand as I think they taste the best but any stevia packets will work from any grocery store. You can also use less than 4. Start out with 2 and increase from there. I like mine very sweet so it tastes like the real thing.
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1 Tbsp organic Dutch-process cocoa powder. I used this one here. It's DELISH!
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2 Tbsp nonfat milk powder. I found mine at sprouts. You can also get it from Amazon at this link.
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Tiny dash of salt
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8–10 oz hot water
Instructions
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Add cocoa powder, nonfat milk powder, stevia packets, and a tiny dash of salt to your mug.
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Pour in a splash of hot water and whisk until it becomes a smooth chocolate paste.
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Add the rest of the hot water and whisk until creamy and fully dissolved.
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Top with your sugar-free marshmallows (highly recommended).
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Sip and fall in love.
💡 Tiffany Tips for the BEST Taste
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Bloom your cocoa — this step matters! Mixing the dry ingredients with a little hot water first makes it extra smooth and chocolatey.
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The dash of salt is non-negotiable. It pulls the chocolate flavor forward and removes any stevia sharpness.
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Use Dutch-process cocoa for that deep, rich flavor (regular cocoa works, but Dutch process is elite).
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If you like it sweeter: add half a packet more stevia.
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If you like it creamier: add 1 extra tablespoon of powdered milk.
Macros (1 Serving)
Approximate nutrition breakdown:
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Calories: ~80–85
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Protein: ~8g
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Carbs: ~13g
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Fiber: ~2g
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Net Carbs: ~11g
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Fat: ~1g
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Naturally Occurring Sugar: ~7g (from milk powder)
Perfect for a cozy low-calorie treat.
❄️ Make It a Tiffany Winter Moment
I drink this in the afternoon when I want something warm and sweet without blowing my day. And if you haven’t tried pairing your cozy drinks with electrolytes yet — yes, even in winter — it makes SUCH a difference.
👉 Staying hydrated keeps your cravings down, your energy steady, and your blood sugar more stable.
If you make this, please tag me — I love seeing your creations and sharing what you’re making. This sugar-free hot cocoa is going to become your new nightly ritual, I just know it.
Stay warm, stay cozy, and enjoy every sip. 🤎☕✨
Xoxo,
Tiff
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