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Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa

Dark chocolate hot cocoa gets a little kick from cayenne and cinnamon to create this rich and creamy drink with a healthy dose of antioxidants.
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 172kcal
Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dark chocolate cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch cayenne powder optional
  • 4 cups skim milk any type of milk is fine
  • whipped cream optional
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Instructions

  • In a medium sauce pan, whisk together cocoa powder, cinnamon, honey, water, vanilla, salt, and cayenne over medium heat until smooth and creamy.
    ½ cup dark chocolate cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, ¼ cup honey, ¼ cup water, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 pinch cayenne powder
  • Slowly add in milk and whisk continuously until bubbles start to form around the edge. Do not walk away - you want the cocoa to gently simmer, not boil.
    4 cups skim milk
  • Serve with whipped cream if you wish.
    whipped cream

Notes

Excellent source of calcium, good source of iron and Vitamin A.
Refrigerate any leftovers, and you can reheat in the microwave. Or make frozen hot cocoa!

Nutrition

Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.7g | Protein: 9.3g | Fat: 1.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 400mg | Fiber: 4.1g