Hot Chocolate with Ginger
Indulge in a cozy and aromatic treat with this Hot Chocolate with Ginger recipe, a delightful twist on the classic winter favorite. This rich, creamy drink combines velvety dark chocolate and unsweetened cocoa with the warm spiciness of fresh ginger, creating a perfectly balanced flavor that’s both comforting and invigorating. Infused with fresh ginger slices steeped in whole milk, this unique hot chocolate delivers a subtle zing that elevates every sip. Topped with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, it’s a luxurious way to warm up on chilly days. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy-to-make recipe is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers looking for something special. Perfect for two servings, it’s an ideal treat to share—or savor on your own!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 2 ounces Dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the fresh ginger and slice it into thin pieces or grate it using a fine grater.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and ginger slices. Heat the milk until it just begins to steam, but do not bring it to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the ginger steep in the milk for 5 minutes to infuse its flavor.
Strain the milk through a fine mesh sieve into another container to remove the ginger pieces. Return the milk to the saucepan.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.
Add the chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is creamy.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Divide the hot chocolate into two mugs. Top with whipped cream and a pinch of ground cinnamon, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the warming blend of chocolate and ginger flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 203 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 692 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*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.
