Chilli Hot Chocolate
Warm up your senses with this decadent Chilli Hot Chocolate, the perfect blend of comforting sweetness and a fiery kick. Made with creamy whole milk, rich heavy cream, and indulgent dark chocolate, this hot chocolate is elevated with a hint of ground cinnamon and cayenne pepper for a bold twist. The silky-smooth texture pairs beautifully with optional whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, and a pinch of cayenne for a gourmet finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests with a sophisticated yet simple treat. Indulge in the ultimate combination of sweet and spicy with this irresistibly creamy chilli-infused hot chocolate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 4 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), finely chopped
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
- 0.1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Lower the heat to low and whisk in the finely chopped dark chocolate until it is fully melted and smooth.
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Whisk continually until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Allow the hot chocolate to heat gently for another 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly to ensure the flavors meld together.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Divide the hot chocolate evenly between two mugs.
If desired, top each mug with whipped cream, a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings, and a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, spicy goodness of this Chilli Hot Chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.4 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.2 g | 591% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 328 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 873 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1909 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
