Ingredients
4 cups (960 ml) unsweetened almond milk
Β½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
ΒΌ teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
12 oz (340 g) high-quality semi-sweet chocolate
Pinch of salt
Β½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
1-First, in a medium pot, simmer the almond milk with cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
2-Then, add the semi-sweet chocolate and stir until itβs fully melted for that rich, chocolatey goodness.
3-Once thatβs done, take the pot off the heat and mix in a pinch of salt to make the flavors pop even more.
4-While the milk simmers, whip the heavy cream with sugar in a separate bowl until it forms stiff peaks for a creamy topping.
5-Finally, pour the hot chocolate into four cups, add a dollop of whipped cream on each, and garnish with slivered almonds or chocolate curls if you want to dress it up.
Last Step:
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π Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the best flavor.
π§ Adding a pinch of salt sharpens and enhances the chocolate taste.
πΆ Whip the cream until stiff peaks form for a lovely texture contrast and richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering and whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 643
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 345 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Protein: 7 g
