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12-21-2009, 09:12 PM
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onedayatatimer
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Hot Cocoa (Swiss Miss Diet) help needed
Hello friends,
I think I have a hot cocoa problem! I bought the Swiss Miss diet one that is only 25 calories. I followed the directions exactly. I added in 6 oz. of hot (not boiling) water very slowly and I tried to stir it very thoroughly, but no matter what I do, there are always lumps and bumps that really gross me out. I can tell the flavor is very good and I don't drink this all the time, but sometimes, when a chocolate craving hits, it helps me to have this as a treat. Maybe that's just the price I pay for the fewer calories? Or, maybe there's a better brand out there that someone can suggest? I can't be the only one who has experienced this can I? Any advice would be much appreciated!
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12-21-2009, 09:16 PM
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I drink that. I always put the water in first and then empty the package in. At least all the lumps are on top that way, and I can see them!
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12-21-2009, 09:19 PM
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I use a whisk. Makes a huge difference for me in terms of stirring. Specifically, I use this little guy, who I've named Eggie.
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12-21-2009, 09:25 PM
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I usually add a little of the hot water first (1/4 cup or so) just enough to blend the mix and water together (wisk with a fork) then add the rest of the water, stir, and voila, hot cocoa without lumps.
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12-21-2009, 09:27 PM
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Amanda -- That's an adorable whisk! And a great idea!
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12-21-2009, 09:35 PM
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luckymommy - It's not just you! I get the same cocoa (can't beat 25 cals!) and I always get lumps too...
mandalinn - Do you collect all the egg gadgets too? I have the whisk, the masher, the slicer, along others...they're so adorable!
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12-21-2009, 09:41 PM
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I also get best result by adding just a bit of water first, stirring into a thoroughly dissolved sludge, then adding the rest of the water.
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12-21-2009, 09:47 PM
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onedayatatimer
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WOW! Thanks so much for the GREAT advice! I now have the hope of a lump-free hot cocoa! I'm still in search of the peppermint candy tea by Celestial Seasonings. Someone here recommended it and I have yet to find it in my supermarket! Anyway, thanks again! I will try all the ideas!
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12-21-2009, 10:05 PM
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Someone here once told me about using this stuff in oatmeal--its great! Almost like a dessert.
Also, I have a recipe for using it in an Eggnog recipe. Thank you Hungry Girl!
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12-21-2009, 10:14 PM
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onedayatatimer
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Oooh! Oatmeal! What a fantastic idea! I'm not an eggnog fan, but I love me some chocolaty oatmeal! WOW!!! Thanks!!!
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12-22-2009, 05:49 AM
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I'm definitely a "make a paste first" cocoa maker.
And, holy crap, I've got an intense craving for that peppermint candy tea now. ;>
I have a housemate who loves it and have snuck a cup from her every now and again.
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12-22-2009, 08:09 AM
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Add a bit (drop) of peppermint extract to that hot cocoa??? I should try that.
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