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Spiced Hot Cocoa: Less Sweet, More Flavorful

Spiced Hot Cocoa: Less Sweet, More Flavorful

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A rich and aromatic spiced hot cocoa that balances sweetness with warming spices, perfect for a cozy winter evening.

  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

🥄 2 cups milk
🥄 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
🥄 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
🥄 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
🥄 ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
🥄 ½ teaspoon ground cloves
🥄 Pinch ground cardamom
🥄 Pinch flaked sea salt
🥄 ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

👨‍🍳 Combine milk and cocoa powder in a saucepan and whisk to combine.

👨‍🍳 Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until it reaches a gentle simmer.

👨‍🍳 Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt, and stir well.

👨‍🍳 If using cardamom, add it now.

👨‍🍳 Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.

👨‍🍳 Stir in vanilla extract.

👨‍🍳 Pour into mugs and serve immediately.

Notes

Use a wide saucepan to prevent boiling over. For a richer flavor, toast spices before adding.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 40
  • Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 6