Iced Mocha Cappucino
 

I am a coffee addict and I admit it. I haven't quit drinking it since I started Atkins, but I have MISSED Starbucks Iced Mocha Cappucino. The one I used to get was slushy and very good. So, today I made one and it tastes just like Starbucks. Someone may have posted this already, but I couldn't find it. So here's the recipe for all you Summer Chilled Coffee drink fans!!

1 C double-strength coffee (2 Tbls./C for double strength)
3 T. Splenda (or flavor to taste. I used 2)
1-2 T. cocoa
1 C cream (I used 1/2 C Half & Half and 1/2 heavy cream)
2 Cups of ice

Make coffee and chill. (I recommend making it in the morning and allowing it to chill in the refrigerator 'til afternoon).
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until ice is crushed and drink is smooth.(Or as smooth as you like it. I like it slushy)
Pour into glasses and serve with straw.

I had quite a bit left over so I put the remainder in the freezer and hope it will thaw OK and still retain it's texture.
Hope you like it!!
SherylH

I meant 2-3 packets of Splenda, not tablespoons. Sorry.
SherylH

That sounds so good, Sheryl! I finally have a reason to buy cocoa (haven't had chocolate since I started this woe a year ago).

judy

Iced Mocha Cappucino
 

If you haven't tried the recipe for the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups that
have been posted ... they satisfy your need for chocolate like nothing else. I was eating the Carbolite chocolate bars and they're fine if you're not going anywhere in public. They do present significant G.I. disturbances. GAS!!!
I don't know who posted the recipe but it's the best ever.
I finished off the rest of the slushy today. I froze it which took forever to thaw.
Hope you like it. Remember ... 2-3 packets of Splenda. A little whip cream is always a good thing!
SherylH

Hi Sheryl,

I've stayed away from the peanut butter cups simply because I know I'd never be able to eat just one or two--Reese's used to be my favorite chocolate bar. The really odd thing is, I haven't missed chocolate. I guess being able to have things like whipped cream--without guilt--for the first time in years has made the difference.

Have you tried the "Cheesecake pudding"? Have to be careful not to eat too much, but it's a great topping for strawberries.

judy

Chocolate
 

Jude,
You're so right about the peanut butter cups. My husband and son had one each and I ate the rest. But I was careful to have one in the evening so I wouldn't tempted to have another one. I won't be making anymore for awhile. I haven't had cheesecake pudding but I'm going to check it out.
Thanks!
SherylH