PROTEIN HOT CHOCOLATE

Warm up this winter season with a cozy cup of high protein hot chocolate! It’s quick to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth on a chilly winter day.

Makes: 1

Macros per serve: 21g protein, 17g carbs, 1g fat, 162 calories

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup (245g) fat free milk
• ½ scoop (16g) Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey protein powder in Double Rich Choc
• ½ tablespoon (3g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon (2g) sugar

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Watch closely and turn off heat at the first sign of a low simmer (don’t let it boil)
2. Whisk in remaining ingredients
3. Pour into a cup and enjoy

NOTES:

1. Feel free to substitute your favourite brand of chocolate protein powder (macros will vary).
2. If you like sweeter hot chocolate increase the quantity of sugar (or sub with maple syrup or brown sugar if you prefer, macros will vary).
3. Optional toppings: marshmallows, whipped cream, cocoa powder, cinnamon sugar, or sprinkles (macros not included)

Disclaimer: The above article is merely a guide and is in no way a recommendation or a treatment protocol for any health conditions or diseases. You should always consult with a qualified health care provider before changing your supplement, training or nutritional strategy. Supplementation should not be attempted by pregnant or breastfeeding women, anyone on prescription medication or children under the age of 15 unless advised by your qualified health care provider. The above article has been taken from www.optimumnutrition.com