Is there joy in a steaming cup of hot cocoa made with chocolate soy milk? Try this recipe.

Healthy hot cocoa

4 servings
2 cups light chocolate soy milk
2 cups water
3 tablespoons Swiss mocha coffee drink mix
1 teaspoon vanilla
Marshmallows or a dollop of whipped cream
(optional garnishes)

Combine milk and water in medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until mixture is very hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in coffee drink mix and vanilla. Ladle into mugs and serve warm with marshmallows and whipped cream, if desired.

Per serving: 108 calories (11 percent from fat), 1 gram total fat (no saturated fat), no cholesterol, 21 grams carbohydrates, 3 grams protein, 86 milligrams sodium, 1 gram dietary fiber.

KANSAS CITY STAR