Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1.5 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 tsp sugar (or sugar substitute).
Combine cocoa and sweetener in the bottom of a microwave safe mug with a spoon:
Add about 2 tablespoons of the milk to the cup; combine to form a liquid-y paste. Pour in the rest of the milk and stir to combine. Microwave for 1 minute on high, then remove, stir, and microwave for another minute to minute and a half. Enjoy!
I love this recipe for several reasons:
1) It's simple and preservative free.
2) It's easily dressed up- top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings and maybe a peppermint stir-stick and you've got a fancy, festive treat!
3) It fits any diet- if you're watching your weight, use skim milk and Splenda for a happy ending to your day with 100 calories or less!
4) It makes a great gift- if you're looking for homemade gifts or party favors, combine cocoa, sweetener, and 1/3 cup powdered milk in ziplock bags (for individual packets...or multiply the recipe and put in mason jars). Give as gift along with instructions to add 1 cup water and the contents of the packet (about 1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon of mix from a larger container) to a mug and microwave.
