Moloko
Cozy up with a cup of Moloko, a soul-warming spiced milk drink that’s as comforting as it is indulgent. This versatile recipe blends creamy whole milk and heavy cream with the natural sweetness of honey and aromatic hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Perfectly suited for chilly evenings, Moloko can be served warm for a soothing treat or chilled over ice for a refreshing twist. For those seeking an extra kick, a splash of dark rum or Irish cream liqueur transforms it into a decadent adult beverage. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a fragrant cinnamon stick, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the ultimate treat for relaxing at home or sharing with friends. Whether you savor it by the fire or chilled on a summer evening, Moloko is pure creamy indulgence in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 ounces Optional: Dark rum or Irish cream liqueur
- 1 cup Ice cubes (if serving chilled)
- 1 dollop Whipped cream (optional garnish)
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until just steaming, but do not let it boil.
Whisk in the honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until fully dissolved and incorporated.
For a warm serving: Remove the saucepan from heat, and pour into mugs. Optionally, add dark rum or Irish cream liqueur for an adult version, and stir gently.
For a chilled serving: Allow the milk mixture to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a shaker or blender with ice cubes. Shake or blend until chilled and frothy, then pour into glasses.
Top each drink with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy this indulgent spiced milk treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 786 mg | 17% | |
*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.
