Minted Hot Cocoa

• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 hard peppermint candy, crushed
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• sugar substitute (try 3 packages)
• 14 cup whipped cream (add 1 more point) (optional)

1. In a large mug (20 oz) or microwavable container, mix the cocoa, peppermint and hot water together and stir well.
2. Microwave for 1 minute on High and stir.
3. Add the milk and vanilla.
4. Microwave for another 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until hot.
5. Add the sugar substitute and stir.
6. Top with the whipped cream if using.
7. Enjoy.

cocoa powder, peppermint, water, milk, vanilla, sugar substitute, whipped cream

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/minted-hot-cocoa-275702 (may not work)