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Sugar-Free Keto Hot Chocolate Recipe

By Lisa MarcAurele · Oct 17, 2020 · 43 Comments

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Nothing beats a great cup of keto hot chocolate on a cold winter day. The secret to this delicious low-carb hot cocoa is the addition of chocolate extract which really heightens the flavor.

Article Index
  • How to Make Keto Hot Chocolate
  • Homemade Sugar Free Hot Chocolate
  • Carbs in a Serving
  • Serving Low-Carb Hot Chocolate
  • Other Recipes To Try
  • Recipe

It's been getting pretty chilly here in the mornings now that summer is coming to an end. So I've been craving some hot cocoa.

Although I love my coffee, there are times when I like to warm up with a sweet cup of keto hot chocolate on cold winter days. I've tried a lot of low-carb recipes made with cocoa, chocolate, or a combination of both.

Nothing was ever perfect for me until I changed a basic recipe from a bag of Ghirardelli unsweetened cocoa by adding chocolate extract. That simple addition gives the drink a much richer chocolate taste.

sugar free keto hot cocoa ingredients

How to Make Keto Hot Chocolate

It's really easy to make your own hot cocoa. I like to make it on the stove top using cocoa, heavy cream, and a low-carb sweetener.

Although I used Pyure All-Purpose in the recipe, you can use any keto-friendly sweetener you have on hand. Since my local Walmart carries Pyure, the price is very reasonable and I can pick it up any time.

To start, I mix the cream and water in a small pot on the stove. For dairy-free, I just use unsweetened almond milk instead. Then I dump in the cocoa and sweetener.

sweetener and cocoa added to water and cream in pot

The cocoa and sweetener are whisked in until well combined into the liquid. Then the mixture is heated until steaming while continuing to stir frequently with the whisk.

The final step in the keto hot chocolate recipe is to add in chocolate extract after removing from the heat. However, you can use vanilla extract or even peppermint extract instead.

adding chocolate extract

Homemade Sugar Free Hot Chocolate

Once you start making your own low carb hot chocolate, you may never want to go back to those powdered mixes again.

But, if you do like the convenience of a mix, I have a homemade dairy free hot chocolate mix that I like to keep at work.

two glass cups of sugar free low carb keto hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

Carbs in a Serving

The recipe makes two servings. I generally drink one right away and save the other serving for later. I'll just put it in a covered jar in the refrigerator and heat it up in the microwave.

Cocoa does contain a fair amount of carbs so each serving has 7 grams carbs with 2 grams of fiber. Therefore, the net carb count is about 5 grams per servings.

Serving Low-Carb Hot Chocolate

I recommend adding keto marshmallows and or sugar-free whipped cream on top before serving. You can also sprinkle on some grated keto chocolate or use hot chocolate stirrers to add more flavor.

I use a cream whipper to make my own low-carb whipped cream with heavy cream, sweetener, and vanilla extract. It's so easy! Just add the ingredients and use a N2O charger to whip it up right in the canister.

Don't bother with those cans of whipped cream they sell at the store. They are full of additives like sugar, corn syrup, and maltodextrin which aren't keto friendly.

The warm drink is great paired with my Atkins shake recipe for chocolate muffins.

two glasses of sugar free low carb hot chocolate with whipped cream and grated chocolate

Other Recipes To Try

If you liked this drink, you should try my white hot chocolate too.

Want a few more low-carb drink recipes to enjoy in fall? Here's a few of my other favorites:

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Recipe

sugar free low carb keto hot chocolate in glass cup

Low Carb Hot Chocolate

4.60 from 5 votes
Nothing beats a great cup of hot cocoa on a cold winter day. The secret to this delicious sugar free hot chocolate is the addition of chocolate extract which really heightens the flavor.
Prep Time:1 minute min
Cook Time:5 minutes mins
Total Time:6 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 427

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa I used Ghirardelli
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Pyure All Purpose
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon chocolate extract see notes
  • sugar free whipped cream optional
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Instructions

  • Mix cocoa and sweetener in small bowl, set aside.
  • Pour water and heavy cream into small sauce pan.
  • Add cocoa mixture and stir. Heat, while stirring and steaming.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chocolate extract.
  • Top with sugar free whipped cream if desired.

Notes

If you don't have chocolate extract, vanilla extract is a good substitute. Or change it up with a little peppermint extract.
Pyure All Purpose is twice as sweet as sugar so if using a one-for-one sugar substitute like Swerve, you'll want to use twice as much.
For dairy-free, use almond milk or coconut milk in place of the water and heavy cream.

Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 427 | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 1750IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 1mg

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 5 g | % Carbs: 4.6 % | % Protein: 2.7 % | % Fat: 92.7 % | SmartPoints: 20
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Notes on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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First Published: December 8, 2014... Last Updated: September 4, 2020, with new photos and additional recipe information.

The original recipe post included a 10-Piece Holiday Giveaway from LC Foods featuring low carb baking mixes, ingredients, and cocoa mix. Since it was no longer valid, the giveaway information was removed.

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Comments

  1. Lynn Alford

    October 28, 2021 at 10:09 am

    Looks very good. I don’t understand where the five carbs come from. It seems like it should be lower. Thanks????

    Reply
    • Lisa MarcAurele

      October 28, 2021 at 1:15 pm

      There are carbs in cocoa and heavy cream.

      Reply
  2. Lola

    February 14, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    My favorite Keto Hot Chocolate recipe ❤️ Thank you!

    Reply
  3. Becky

    October 15, 2020 at 2:42 pm

    5 stars
    THE best hot chocolate I've tasted! I will be using this a lot this fall and winter...thanks Lisa 😀

    Reply
  4. Cristina pop

    January 30, 2020 at 1:51 pm

    I love your recipe! It's so easy to make, so delicious and at the same time so healthy! I included it in my Best Hot Chocolate round-up 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa MarcAurele

      January 31, 2020 at 8:33 am

      Thanks for including in the hot cocoa recipe roundup!

      Reply
  5. Ebonie

    December 02, 2019 at 8:14 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight...in a mug..in the microwave..I halved the recipe for 1 serving. Perfection. Thank you!!!

    Reply
  6. Kathi King

    November 29, 2017 at 3:46 am

    When I enter the ingredients into My Fitness Pal, the calories are 4x what is listed here. Did I misunderstand one of the ingredients?

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 29, 2017 at 5:55 am

      I am using a new calculator and got similar results. Updated the data.

      Reply
    • Mary

      December 05, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      It's for 2 servings, so make sure you've factored in for that. I did a similar recipe, and found the carbs are way up for 1 serving! I have no idea what the problem is, but this one is a special treat when my fiber is high and carbs are low 😉

      Reply
  7. txgrandma

    October 31, 2016 at 9:07 am

    5 stars
    This is really good. The chocolate extract really kicks it up a notch! I also love that it makes 2 servings. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      October 31, 2016 at 9:26 am

      Thanks for giving it a try! It's getting cold here. I could use a cup.

      Reply
  8. Neila J ONeill

    December 12, 2014 at 10:04 am

    Hot Chocolate sounds yummy!

    Reply
  9. Phoebe

    December 10, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    Lc foods are essential especially during the festive season. I would be super happy to use these products

    Reply
    • Carla

      May 13, 2023 at 12:30 pm

      3 stars
      Too much water for me. Wish it were creamier.

      Reply
  10. Beth Hunter

    December 10, 2014 at 12:05 am

    I'd love to win this package! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Mary Armstrong

    December 09, 2014 at 7:36 pm

    My guy is low carbing. Great for him.

    Reply
  12. Georgina

    December 09, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    Just the marshmallow fluff mix and I'd be happy!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 09, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      I used to love regular marshmallow fluff. I wonder if the fluff mix would be a good base for peanut butter fudge.

      Reply
  13. Carrie

    December 09, 2014 at 11:04 am

    Love to win this awesome giveaway. First Christmas as a diabetic and eating gluten free so it would make it less of a challenge.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 09, 2014 at 11:37 am

      Carrie, a couple of the cookie mixes aren't gluten free, but I'm sure LC Foods could alter the package if you win and desire all gluten free items.

      Reply
  14. Alison

    December 09, 2014 at 12:45 am

    I would love to win this! I have been diabetic for 25 years and am always on the lookout for new SF/LC products.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 09, 2014 at 11:38 am

      You won't be disappointed if you win. Good luck!

      Reply
  15. Lorraine

    December 08, 2014 at 10:59 pm

    This would be awesome to win.

    Reply
  16. Dixie

    December 08, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Very cool giveaway. 🙂

    Reply
  17. Jordan D.

    December 08, 2014 at 10:14 pm

    This sounds like a great giveaway, hot cocoa is one of my favorite treats! Thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  18. Vickie Grissom

    December 08, 2014 at 9:59 pm

    I would love to win this package! Thank you for helping us low-carbers out.

    Reply
  19. Barbara Linder

    December 08, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    It would be a great present to find this under my tree...

    Reply
  20. Frank Pierse

    December 08, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    LC Foods makes great products. These would be good to win for Christmas.

    Reply
  21. Deann

    December 08, 2014 at 7:23 pm

    Prize package sounds yummy and I bet would smell even yummier!

    Reply
  22. kristen

    December 08, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    These products look amazing! What a great way to start christmas morning !

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 08, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      That's for sure! And there would be plenty left for the New Year.

      Reply
  23. Melissa Maanley

    December 08, 2014 at 3:53 pm

    I wish everyone lots of luck

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 08, 2014 at 4:23 pm

      Thanks Melissa! Best of luck to you!

      Reply
  24. Lisa

    December 08, 2014 at 3:45 pm

    Would love to win this and the cocoa looks delicious!

    Reply
  25. Lisa McNeill

    December 08, 2014 at 3:20 pm

    My son would love to win all of these !!!!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 08, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      Good luck and thanks for visiting!

      Reply
  26. christine conley

    December 08, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    I live the low carb lifestyle. .12 + years. Would love to try your products.

    Reply
  27. Eileen

    December 08, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    Would like to try everything in the prize package!

    Reply
  28. anastacia

    December 08, 2014 at 1:36 pm

    I can't wait to make this! Or to try some of these products. Even if I don't win I need to order some things.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 08, 2014 at 1:44 pm

      I agree! The items in the package sound tasty and would love to try.

      Reply
  29. Michele Fore

    December 08, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    That low carb hot chocolate sounds yummy!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 08, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      It was very yummy!

      Reply
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