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    Home » Type » Drinks

    Skinny Caramel Hot Cocoa

    Published: Jan 9, 2012 · Modified: Apr 5, 2022 by Faith · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

    This is my new favorite mug...a gift from my very sweet mom!

    The other day I was at Walmart with Mike who absolutely hates to shop.  Because of this I can only take him with me when I have a very short list…so this basically means I was running in (literally) for just a couple things and he was in the electronics department patiently waiting for me while I raced through the aisles at warp speed.  I happened to be sprinting through the baking aisle (surprisingly, they have a really extensive selection of Bob’s Red Mill products at Walmart) when I spotted a new (to me) extract:  caramel!  Of course, being the junkie I am for new products, I bought a bottle.

    I’ve been making skinny hot cocoa quite a bit this winter, since it’s a great way to satiate chocolate cravings without any damage to the waistline (I have to save the calories for more important splurges, like Cream Puffs).  On its own this hot cocoa is fantastic…but add a splash of caramel extract and it’s transformed into something I’d happily choose even on special occasions when “skinny” isn’t required in the title of my hot cocoa.  ;)

    A Note on Watkins Caramel Extract:  This is the first time I’ve had caramel extract so I don’t have anything to compare this brand to, but it is amazing stuff.  It’s a rich, dark color and thick in a velvety sort of way.  The smell is out of this world…I’m half tempted to dab it on my wrists and neck and call it perfume.  And its flavor is extremely caramel-y…I know it is an “imitation” extract, but they did a pretty great job imitating. 

    Skinny Caramel Hot Cocoa (Inspired by The Fromagette’s recipe for Super Skinny Hot Cocoa)

    Serves 1

    1 cup milk (I use 2%)

    ¼ cup water (or milk)

    1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

    Pinch sea salt

    ⅓ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    ⅓ teaspoon caramel extract (I use Watkins)

    1-2 packets Stevia or other sweetener of your choice (more or less to taste)

    Whisk together the milk, water, cocoa powder, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook until the milk starts to steam and small bubbles form along the outside.  Turn off heat and whisk in the vanilla extract, caramel extract, and Stevia.  Serve hot.

    Please note that I was not compensated for this post in any way; I recently discovered this product on my own and have been enjoying it ever since, and I thought you might enjoy it as well.  As always, opinions stated are my own.

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    1. Veronica says

      February 13, 2012 at 11:41 pm

      Dennis and I are on the last part of our first phase in the 17 day diet and have sworn off all carbs that don't come from fruits, veg, and fat-free dairy, so I knew I was going to have to get creative with our Valentine's Day dessert. We finally agreed that rather than some frozen yogurt (homemade w/ Greek yogurt, fruit, and stevia), we'd like something hot for our Valentine's day dessert (too cold for frozen yogurt!) and I made this tonight for a trial run to see if it's good enough for our Vday dessert. Well, it passed the husband test! Thanks for helping a sister out! We'll be enjoying this after a lovely meal of zucchini spaghetti and salad. :)

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    2. Magic of Spice says

      January 19, 2012 at 1:48 am

      Caramel extract sounds wonderful, and this hot cocoa is delightful! Love the photos :)

      Reply
    3. balvinder ( Neetu) says

      January 14, 2012 at 1:32 pm

      You are right caramel extract does completely change the taste of cocoa. Sometimes I pamper myself with hot cocoa.

      Reply
    4. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

      January 12, 2012 at 4:02 pm

      a great excuse to further indulge in hot cocoa :)

      Reply
    5. grace says

      January 11, 2012 at 7:04 pm

      caramel extract? never heard of it, however, i can tell you that within 2 nanoseconds of seeing it here, i decided to hunt some down for myself. :)

      Reply
    6. Mimi says

      January 10, 2012 at 2:50 pm

      Perfume!
      The hot chocolate sounds delicious too.
      Mimi

      Reply
    7. Katerina says

      January 10, 2012 at 9:55 am

      My husband hates too to shop. I buy everything for him. The hot chocolate is ideal for me now. It is very cold and it rains since morning! Mmm, a cup of hot chocolate, one can dream, isn't it?

      Reply
    8. Veronica Miller says

      January 10, 2012 at 2:06 am

      Oh nice! I have pinned that recipe you adapted this from, I think I must have seen it through your pin maybe. I love your addition of the caramel extract-what a great idea! I need to try this!

      Reply
    9. BeadedTail says

      January 09, 2012 at 10:41 pm

      I haven't had any hot cocoa yet this winter but that is going to have to change! We don't have a Wal-Mart in our town but I'll search for that caramel extract anyway!

      Reply
    10. Reeni says

      January 09, 2012 at 9:07 pm

      This sounds absolutely divine Faith! A great treat to satisfy my sweet tooth!

      Reply
    11. Katie@Cozydelicious says

      January 09, 2012 at 9:01 pm

      Oh, this looks awesome! You had me at Skinny! And Caramel! I have to find this extract. Yum!

      Reply
    12. Lisa says

      January 09, 2012 at 6:22 pm

      Wow----caramel extract! It sure sounds amazing. I've always been a caramel fan, and I'm really into the skinny hot chocolate idea for a snack.
      Thanks for sharing this---I can relate to the racing around walmart thing too, but generally joe stays in the car. He can't handle it :)

      Reply
    13. Alyssa @ Everyday Maven says

      January 09, 2012 at 5:31 pm

      That sounds yummy Faith! I love Watkins - they have great products.

      Reply
    14. Heidi @ Food Doodles says

      January 09, 2012 at 12:24 pm

      Caramel extract?? Awesome! I've never seen that before but I'll have to keep my eyes open for it. Have you tried it in oatmeal? That would totally be the first thing I try, haha. Your hot cocoa looks great, even without the caramel I bet it's delicious :)

      Reply
    15. Diane says

      January 09, 2012 at 8:48 am

      Sounds wonderful, now where can I get that caramel in France? Diane

      Reply
    16. Joanne says

      January 09, 2012 at 8:09 am

      Gah! I totally wish we had a Walmart here! Maybe I can find this online because I've wanted to try the caramel hot chocolate at Starbucks but up and down refuse to use my cupcake-eating calories on it. Priorities.

      Reply
    17. Erica says

      January 09, 2012 at 7:51 am

      Josh is the same way! I feel like I'm in a super race when I bring him with me! Caramel extract? How delicious. This is the perfect afternoon treat (IMO!)

      Reply
    18. Daisy@Nevertoosweet says

      January 09, 2012 at 7:45 am

      Ohhhh I can't wait to get some caramel extract! I've never seen this in Melbourne :) and I totally agree with you! Save the calories for something else :)
      I'm gonna make the skinny hot cocoa soon ~ need a good fix of chocolate!

      Reply
    19. Roxana GreenGirl {A little bit of everything} says

      January 09, 2012 at 7:31 am

      Last week I went to Walmart and saw the Bob's Red Mill products. I don't recall seeing them before.
      On my next trip I have to look for this caramel extract. Thanks for the review

      Reply
    20. Nicole, RD says

      January 09, 2012 at 7:19 am

      I don't think I've ever seen caramel extract, either! Now, it's a mission - this looks too good! And I still have a few homemade agave marshmallows leftover from the holidays :)

      Reply
    21. Coco says

      January 09, 2012 at 6:17 am

      sounds like a great product, I will look for it! :)
      cute mug and so unique!

      Reply
    22. Priti says

      January 09, 2012 at 5:47 am

      Looks very inviting and loved that cup

      Reply
    23. Rosa says

      January 09, 2012 at 5:39 am

      A lovely hot cocoa!

      Cheers and happy Monday,

      Rosa

      Reply
    24. notyet100 says

      January 09, 2012 at 5:23 am

      Slurp :)

      Reply

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