Hot Cocoa/Perfect “Post” Workout Meal
October 30, 2009 by Deb · 1 Comment
Hot cocoa just like skim chocalote milk is perfect to use as your POST meal after REV or strength training classes. This falls into the 3:1 ratio of higher carbs to protein ration and also low in fat. This will help your muscles recover and regenerate! Remember the rest of your meals want to be just the opposite of these ratios; being 4:1 or 3:1 Protein to carbs.
1 Serving
This homemade hot cocoa is lower in sugar (and carbohydrates) than other recipes. It can be made with soy milk, almond milk, or skim milk. Try flavoring it with cinnamon for a little change.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tbsp sugar or Agave nectar
2 tbsp water
6 oz skim milk
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp almond extract
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, stir together the cocoa powder and the sugar. Add the water and stir well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a low boil and the sugar dissolves. Stir in the milk, vanilla and almond extract. Reduce the heat to low and stir until warmed through.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
156 calories
3 g total fat (2 g sat)
7 mg cholesterol
27 g carbohydrate
8 g protein
4 g fiber
96 mg sodium
Enjoy! 
Deb
