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Spiced Hot Cocoa Recipe

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This Spiced Hot Cocoa recipe combines rich powdered cacao with warming spices including turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and black cumin to create a flavorful and comforting beverage. It can be easily prepared by mixing the dry spice powder with warm milk and an optional sweetener, making it perfect for cozying up on a chilly day.

Ingredients

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Powder Mix

  • 2/3 cup powdered cacao
  • 3 tablespoons turmeric
  • 6 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 6 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 3 teaspoons ground black cumin
  • Dash of cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)

Hot Cocoa

  • 1 tablespoon spiced drink powder
  • Mug of warm, fatty milk (such as whole milk or nut milk with fat content)
  • Sweetener: honey, raw sugar, or preferred sweetener (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Powder Mix: Combine all the dry ingredients—powdered cacao, turmeric, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, ground black cumin, and optional cayenne pepper—in a sealed container. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices for consistent flavor.
  2. Warm the Milk: Heat your choice of fatty milk to a comfortable drinking temperature, either on the stovetop or using a microwave, ensuring it’s not boiling to preserve flavor and texture.
  3. Combine and Whisk: Pour 1 tablespoon of the prepared spiced powder mix into your warm milk. Add sweetener to taste if desired. Use a whisk, automatic frother, or an electric milk frother to thoroughly blend the ingredients until smooth and slightly foamy.
  4. Serve: Pour the spiced hot cocoa into a mug if not already in one and enjoy immediately while warm for the best experience.

Notes

  • Using fatty milk such as whole milk or a creamy plant-based alternative helps achieve a rich texture and better flavor absorption for the spices.
  • Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper depending on how spicy you prefer your hot cocoa.
  • The powder mix can be stored in a sealed container for several weeks, making it easy to prepare the drink quickly anytime.
  • A whisk or frother helps create a smooth, slightly frothy texture, enhancing the drinking experience.

Keywords: spiced hot cocoa, turmeric hot chocolate, warming drink, holiday beverage, cinnamon cocoa, healthy hot chocolate

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