Description
A cozy, spiced drink that blends deep chocolate notes with warm spices for a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or oat/coconut milk)
- 4 oz high-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp fresh grated nutmeg
- 1 crushed green cardamom pod
- Pinch of ground cloves or star anise
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder (optional)
- 1 tiny knob of butter (optional)
Instructions
- Measure spices and whisk them briefly with a spoonful of milk to create a smooth paste; this prevents clumping.
- Heat the milk slowly in a heavy-bottomed saucepan until it reaches a gentle steam.
- Stir in the chopped chocolate and whisk until glossy.
- Sweeten to taste, finish with vanilla and the knob of butter for a silky sheen. Strain the cocoa through a fine mesh if using whole spices, then pour into mugs and garnish.
Notes
For a frothier top, use an immersion frother or vigorously whisk the drink for 30 seconds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: spiced cocoa, hot chocolate, cozy drink, comfort beverage, winter warmers
