Hot Chocolate for Cold Days

Most hot chocolate mixes are full of saturated fat or trans fats, which are not friendly to your waistline or to your heart. Save some calories and some money by making your own.

Hot Chocolate Mix
(makes 22 servings)

5½ cups instant nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa

Combine all ingredients and stir well.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

To make a cup of hot chocolate:
1/3 cup hot chocolate mix
3/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place hot chocolate mix in a mug. Stir in water and vanilla. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 to 60 seconds or until hot.

Nutrition Info, per serving: 164 calories, 1g fat, 12g protein, 28g carbohydrates
Recipe courtesy of Cooking Light magazine