Keto Gingerbread Hot Chocolate (Sugar-Free) is a rich, creamy holiday drink infused with warm gingerbread spices, cocoa, vanilla, and sugar-free sweetener. This cozy low-carb hot chocolate brings festive winter flavor without the sugar, perfect for December evenings or holiday gatherings.
About This Recipe
This Keto Gingerbread Hot Chocolate (Sugar-Free) is the perfect cozy drink for the holiday season. It brings together the deep richness of classic hot chocolate and the warm, nostalgic flavors of gingerbread—all in a keto-friendly, sugar-free format that you can enjoy any winter night. If you’re craving a festive drink that tastes like Christmas in a mug but won’t knock you out of ketosis, this recipe delivers comfort, warmth, and indulgence with clean ingredients.
The base is made with unsweetened almond milk and a splash of heavy cream, creating a velvety, café-style hot chocolate texture without unnecessary carbs. Cocoa powder gives it depth and richness, while a sugar-free sweetener balances out the bitterness and makes each sip feel luxurious. The gingerbread spice blend—ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice—adds cozy warmth and brings a festive holiday aroma that fills your kitchen as it simmers.
A touch of vanilla enhances the chocolate flavor, and the spices bloom beautifully in the warm milk. This drink comes together quickly on the stovetop, making it a perfect last-minute evening treat, holiday party drink, or warm dessert replacement. It’s also incredibly customizable: add espresso for a gingerbread mocha, top it with sugar-free whipped cream, or garnish with extra cinnamon and nutmeg.
Because it’s fully sugar-free and low-carb, it fits seamlessly into any keto lifestyle, offering comfort and indulgence without the usual holiday-season sugar overload. Whether you’re wrapping gifts, settling in for a winter movie, or relaxing after dinner, this gingerbread hot chocolate brings pure holiday coziness in every sip.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cozy, warm, festive holiday drink
- Rich chocolate flavor with gingerbread spice
- Completely sugar-free and keto
- Quick and simple to make
- Perfect for winter nights
- Great alternative to high-carb hot chocolate
- Customizable for mochas or whipped cream toppings
- Naturally gluten-free
Ingredients
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granular sweetener
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Sugar-free whipped cream
- Cinnamon dusting
- Sugar-free chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Add almond milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sweetener, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt to a saucepan.
- Whisk continuously over medium heat until smooth and steaming.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into a mug.
- Add optional whipped cream and toppings before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 13g
- Protein: 3g
- Net Carbs: 3g
FAQ
- Can I make this dairy-free?
Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream. - Can I add espresso for a mocha version?
Yes—add 1–2 tablespoons brewed espresso. - Can I make it thicker?
Use more heavy cream or simmer longer. - Can I make it sweeter?
Add 1–2 extra teaspoons sweetener. - Can I use cacao powder instead of cocoa?
Yes—flavor will be slightly deeper and earthier.
Variations & Substitutions
- Add espresso for gingerbread mocha
- Use white chocolate chips (sugar-free) for a white gingerbread cocoa
- Add a pinch of cloves for stronger spice
- Replace almond milk with macadamia milk for creamier texture
- Add collagen powder for extra protein
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with sugar-free whipped cream
- Pair with keto cookies or holiday treats
- Enjoy as a cozy evening dessert drink
Keto Gingerbread Hot Chocolate (Sugar-Free)
Ingredients
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granular sweetener
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Sugar-free whipped cream
- Cinnamon dusting
- Sugar-free chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Add almond milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sweetener, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt to a saucepan.
- Whisk continuously over medium heat until smooth and steaming.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into a mug.
- Add optional whipped cream and toppings before serving.
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