Hot Gingered Cocoa
Cozy up with a mug of Hot Gingered Cocoa, a delightful twist on classic hot chocolate that brings a warming, aromatic kick. This indulgent recipe blends creamy whole milk with rich unsweetened cocoa powder and a touch of granulated sugar, but the star ingredient is fresh ginger, gently simmered to infuse its invigorating spice. A hint of vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon enhance the depth of flavor, making every sip irresistibly comforting. Perfect for chilly evenings, this two-serving cocoa is quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Top it off with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a decadent finishing touch, and enjoy the soothing embrace of this spiced hot chocolate. Ideal for fans of unique winter beverages, this recipe is sure to warm you from the inside out!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine whole milk, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and fresh ginger slices.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously to dissolve the cocoa powder and sugar.
Heat the mixture gently, but do not allow it to boil. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the ginger flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully strain out the ginger slices using a fine-mesh sieve.
Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of ground cinnamon for added warmth and depth of flavor.
Pour the hot cocoa into two mugs. Top with whipped cream if desired.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or a light sprinkle of cocoa powder, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 945 mg | 20% | |
*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.
