Sugar-free hot chocolate mix

Sugar-free hot chocolate mix

50 kcal per 100 g

Category: Sweets and Sweeteners

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 50 kcal
Protein 2g
Carbohydrates 8g
Sugars 0g
Total fats 1.5g
Saturated fats 0.9g
Fiber 2.5g

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 150mg
Folate 20mcg
Iron 3.5mg
Lycopene 0mcg
Potassium 400mg
Vitamin C 0mg

Description

Sugar-free hot chocolate mix

Sugar-free hot chocolate mix is a specially formulated ingredient for preparing hot chocolate beverages quickly and healthily. This mix generally contains pure cocoa powder, milk powder or plant-based ingredients, as well as natural sweeteners or no sweeteners to maintain the intense flavor of cocoa without the extra addition of refined sugar.

Its origin stems from the tradition of hot chocolate, a very popular beverage in various cultures, especially in Latin American and European countries. These modern mixes seek to offer a healthier option, monitoring sugar intake, ideal for people on controlled diets or those who wish to reduce sugar consumption without giving up the taste of chocolate.

Among its properties, its antioxidant content stands out thanks to the cocoa, which provides flavonoids beneficial for the cardiovascular system. Furthermore, as it has no added sugar, it is suitable for people with diabetes or those following low-carb diets. It is easy to prepare, simply by adding hot water or milk, and can be used in homemade dessert or beverage recipes.

In different Hispanic American countries, this mix may go by various synonyms or names such as sugar-free hot chocolate preparation, sugar-free chocolate powder, or simply sugar-free chocolate mix. These terms are interchangeable and refer to the same base product for making hot cocoa beverages without adding sugar.