Spiced Hot Chocolate
What better way to welcome the colder seasons than with a cozy, steaming cup of hot chocolate? This spiced recipe provides a little extra warmth and flavour for the rainy weather. In addition to tasting great, dark chocolate is high in flavanols which may aid in lowering blood pressure and maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. Turmeric is high in antioxidants, and may also have anti-inflammatory properties. And of course, milk is full of calcium! This recipe is perfect for sharing with family or friends for a comforting get-together on a chilly day. It can also be easily adjusted if you’re ever in the mood for something sweet on an evening spent in quiet solitude. This soothing hot chocolate will bring a smile to your face and warm up those freezing fingers in no time!
- Yield: 4 cups 1x
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tbsp white sugar
- 4–6 squares dark chocolate (around 40-60 g)
- 4 cups milk of choice
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp turmeric
Instructions
- Mix water, cocoa powder, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Ensure the mixture is smooth with no clumps.
- Place on low heat until mixture begins to bubble slightly.
- Take off the heat and add chocolate. Mix until all melted.
- Place back on low heat. Add milk in small amounts, mixing thoroughly in between to combine. Once about 1 cup has been added like so, feel free to add the remaining 3 cups all at once.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and turmeric. Let hot chocolate warm on medium low until it begins to steam.
- Skim off the top layer, then pour into cups and serve.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition facts were calculated using 2% milk and 40g of dark chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
