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Spiced Almond Hot Chocolate

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🍫 Indulge in this rich Spiced Almond Hot Chocolate that combines the creamy flavor of almond milk with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices.
🌰 Perfect for chilly days, this recipe offers a comforting and lightly spiced drink topped with fluffy whipped cream for a delightful treat.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale

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 it’s fully melted for that rich, chocolatey goodness.

3-Once that’s 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.

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Notes

🌟 Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the best flavor.
πŸ§‚ Adding a pinch of salt sharpens and enhances the chocolate taste.
🍢 Whip the cream until stiff peaks form for a lovely texture contrast and richness.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • 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