Sugar-Free, Low Carb Hot Mocha Cocoa

Note from Cheri: This recipe was given to us by our friend April S. Fields, author of the fabulous book 101 Low-Carb & Sugar-free Dessert Recipes. This recipe is part of a collection April shared, along with her personal experiences with low carb diets. Click here for that story. Click here for lots more low carb recipes!

Jazz up hot cocoa with coffee. Or how about other flavors? Pick a sugarfree syrup and make your own special combo. This is a great pick-me-up or dessert substitute when you want dessert but don't have the time to make it.

3/4 cup water 1 teaspoon powdered unsweetened cocoa 1/4 brewed coffee 1/4 cup sugarfree syrup of your choice 1 teaspoon of Stevia or other non-carb sweetener 1/4 cup heavy cream

Makes 1 serving (3 carbs per serving) Bring to boil in a small sauce pan the water, cocoa, sweetener and syrup. Add cream. Pour into large mug and top with whipped cream.