Description
Indulge in a rich and spicy boozy dark chocolate hot cocoa, perfect for warming up on a cold winter’s day.
Ingredients
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- 5 oz dark chocolate, 70%
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
- 2 ounces Grand Marnier, or orange liqueur
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Using a box grater, grate the dark chocolate into fine shavings and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and whole milk. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat. Gradually whisk in the grated chocolate until completely melted and smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and a pinch of cayenne pepper, whisking until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the Grand Marnier or orange liqueur until well mixed.
- Pour the hot cocoa into mugs and serve immediately, enjoying the warmth and spice.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, omit the Grand Marnier. Adjust the cayenne pepper to taste for more or less spice. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk if needed to thin the consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 35