From Scratch Spiced Hot Chocolate
This rich and aromatic hot chocolate recipe is elevated with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and star anise, creating a cozy and indulgent treat. Vanilla, dark chocolate, and brown sugar provide an added depth that you could never get out of powdered hot chocolate mixes.
In total, it only takes about 15 minutes to make, and the end result is worth the few extra minutes. You'll love watching faces light up when they take their first sip of this cozy cup of homemade hot chocolate.
How to Make From-Scratch Spiced Dark Hot Cocoa
Prep Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 10 min
Total Time: 15 min
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 ounces chopped dark chocolate (about 1/3 cup)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream or marshmallows, for topping
Procedure
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and cocoa powder. Stir well to combine.
- Add cinnamon stick, star anise, and ground nutmeg.Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the milk is warm but not boiling. Allow the spices to infuse.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the hot chocolate to remove the cinnamon stick and star anise.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream to enjoy.
Watch the video demonstration of how to make the best spiced hot cocoa from scratch here.
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