Salted Caramel Mocha Hot Chocolate Recipe by: Food Luv Bites

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao powder

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao powder is lower in sugar and calories.

caramel sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade caramel

💰Cheaper: butterscotch sauce

Homemade caramel can be made with less sugar.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut cream is dairy-free and lighter.

espresso

🥗Healthier: strong brewed coffee

💰Cheaper: instant coffee

Instant coffee is more affordable and still provides caffeine.

Start with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Mix in 1 1/2 teaspoons of caramel sauce.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of Ghirardelli's hot cocoa powder.

Add 2 1/2 teaspoons of instant coffee.

Heat 1 cup of milk in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring it doesn't scald.

Pour the heated milk into the mixture and stir everything together.

Top off with whipped cream and drizzle with mocha sauce.

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Allergens