Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this delightful Orange Hot Chocolate, a cozy drink that elevates the traditional hot chocolate experience. With just a hint of zesty orange flavor, this rich and creamy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Made with high-quality dark chocolate and almond milk, it’s ready in under five minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy days or spontaneous treat cravings. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a personal touch, and relish every sip of this unique blend of chocolate and citrus.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate (approx. 2 oz., chopped)
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp cane sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2–3 orange peel rinds
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the dark chocolate with almond milk while stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Once melted, reduce heat to low and incorporate cocoa powder, cane sugar, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange peel rinds.
- Allow the mixture to simmer on low for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until warmed through.
- Remove from heat; serve hot with your choice of whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh orange zest.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different milk alternatives like oat or coconut milk to find your preferred flavor. Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of cane sugar based on your taste preferences. For an extra kick, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.