Hot White Chocolate with Cardamom
Cozy up with a luxurious mug of Hot White Chocolate with Cardamom, a decadent twist on the classic hot chocolate that’s perfect for chilly evenings or as an indulgent treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines creamy whole milk and heavy cream with velvety white chocolate, infused with the warm, citrusy aroma of freshly crushed cardamom pods. A hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt enhance the flavors, creating a perfectly balanced beverage that's both rich and aromatic. Strained for smoothness and topped with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cardamom, this luscious drink is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and elegant way to elevate your winter drink game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 oz White chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- Ground cardamom (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Lightly crush the cardamom pods using the back of a spoon or a mortar and pestle to release their flavor.
In a small saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and crushed cardamom pods. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is steaming but not boiling (about 5-7 minutes).
Reduce the heat to low and add the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate has melted completely and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (you can add a teaspoon of sugar if desired, though the white chocolate is typically sweet enough).
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the cardamom pods, then pour into two mugs.
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cardamom, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.4 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 439 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.0 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 847 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1102 mg | 23% | |
*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.
