Spiced Orange Chocolat Chaud
Spiced Orange Chocolat Chaud
Prep: 7 min • Cook: 12 min. A warming twist on the classic, infusing rich hot chocolate with aromatic spices and a bright hint of orange zest for a comforting cold-weather beverage.
- Preparation time
- 7 min
- Cooking time
- 12 min
- Total time
- 19 min
- Servings
- 2
Instructions
Preparation
- 1Combine milk, orange zest, cinnamon stick, and whole cloves in a medium saucepan.
- 2Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is just simmering. Do not boil.
- 3Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover, and let the spices infuse for 5-7 minutes.
Finishing
- 1Strain the milk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan to remove the spices and orange zest.
- 2Add the finely chopped dark chocolate and sugar to the strained milk. Return to low heat.
- 3Whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and frothy. Be careful not to let it boil.
- 4Taste and adjust sugar if needed.
- 5Pour the spiced orange chocolat chaud into two mugs and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 350 kcal
- Protein
- 8 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 40 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
Tips
- For extra frothiness, use an immersion blender or milk frother before serving.
- Garnish with a swirl of whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, or a thin orange slice.
- Use good quality dark chocolate (70% or higher) for the best flavor and richness.