There are only a few people in this world who don’t like chocolate. You will love this article if you are not one among them. If you are someone who is concerned about your health but still wants to treat yourself to tasty snacks, then snacks made with sugar-free chocolate will be the best option for you out there. So, why don’t we learn some interesting, easy snack recipes made with sugar-free chocolate?
How to make sugar-free chocolate?
If you are someone who wants to go that extra mile and make your own chocolate, then let me introduce you to this comparatively healthy sugar-free chocolate recipe. Making sugar-free chocolate at home is a simple process. Let’s get into it, shall we?
Ingredients required
- 1 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup coconut oil or cocoa butter
- 1/4 cup stevia or in specific the Nutriplus Natose Stevia
Nutriplus Natose Stevia
This will be the perfect partner to assist you in your fight with added sugar. This alternative to sugar is a natural sweetener almost 40 times sweeter than sugar. This amazing product is created from the liquid extracts of Stevia plant leaves. And do you know what is even more, better than that? Nutriplus Natose Stevia has zero calories, meaning this product will not appear on that unhealthy food chart.
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the coconut oil or cocoa butter using a double boiler or microwaving it in short intervals, stirring in between until fully melted.
- Once the coconut oil or cocoa butter has melted, add the cocoa powder, Nutriplus Natose Stevia, and vanilla extract (if desired). Stir well to combine until you achieve a smooth and consistent mixture.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sweetener.
- Pour the mixture into chocolate moulds or onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- If using moulds, gently tap the moulds on the counter to remove any air bubbles and ensure the chocolate is evenly distributed.
- Place the moulds or baking sheet in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to set for at least 1-2 hours or until firm.
- Once the chocolate has hardened, remove it from the moulds or break it into small pieces if using a baking sheet.
- Store the sugar-free chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness.
Now that we have learned how to prepare a sugar-free chocolate recipe let’s go ahead and look at the various snacks we can make with them.
Snacks made with sugar-free chocolate
Sugar-Free Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nutriplus Natose Stevia, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the avocados, cocoa powder, almond milk, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Melt the sugar-free chocolate chips in the microwave or on the stovetop and add them to the avocado mixture. Blend again until well combined.
- Taste and add stevia or your preferred sweetener to reach the desired level of sweetness.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with additional sugar-free chocolate chips if desired.
Sugar-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (no added sugar)
- Optional: crushed nuts or sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- Melt the sugar-free chocolate chips in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom of each paper liner.
- Add a small dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of peanut butter on top of the chocolate in each liner.
- Pour another layer of melted chocolate over the peanut butter, covering it completely.
- Optional: Sprinkle crushed nuts or a pinch of sea salt on top of each cup.
- Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
- Once set, remove the peanut butter cups from the muffin tin and store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
Sugar-Free Chocolate Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (sugar-free)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Combine almond milk, frozen banana, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, and ice cubes (if desired) in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy a delicious and protein-packed chocolate smoothie.
Well, there you are! Enjoy your days nibbling on these delectable sugar-free chocolate snacks!
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