I was messing around with different ways and came up with this recipe. It makes a very smooth and very rich phase 1 hot chocolate that is wonderful! This is perfect for those cold nights...or even those nights you're having trouble falling to sleep and just need a warm drink.
1 cup low fat milk (I haven't tried skim but I would think it would work)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp cocoa powder
2 tsp Splenda
2 tsp water
vanilla extract to taste
In a microwavable safe container (Pyrex measuring cup is what I use), add the milk and the cinnamon. Microwave until very very warm (will vary with microwaves), or simmer on stove until just under a boiling. In a mug, add the cocoa powder, Splenda and water. Mix these 3 very thoroughly until it's a very smooth paste. Add in the hot milk and stir. Add the vanilla extract to taste.
Enjoy!
Serving size: 1 serving.
As a treat, possibly some light or fat free whipping cream or some chocolate shavings for a dessert would be yummy as well (pending what phase you're in of course).