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Orange Hot Chocolate

Creamy Orange Hot Chocolate for a Cozy Night In

Indulge in this comforting Orange Hot Chocolate, perfect for chilly evenings with a twist of citrus.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 100 grams Dark Chocolate Use a 70% dark variety for deeper flavors.
  • 2 cups Milk Almond or oat milk for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Unsweetened for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Cane Sugar Adjust to taste.
Flavoring Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional swap: almond extract.
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Adjust for taste.
  • 2-3 Orange Peel Rinds Strips for aromatic zest.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, place chopped dark chocolate over medium heat. Pour in your choice of milk, stirring continuously with a whisk until the chocolate has fully melted and the mixture is smooth, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Once the chocolate is melted, reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in cocoa powder, cane sugar, vanilla extract, and freshly squeezed orange juice. Stir consistently for another 3-5 minutes until well blended and warm.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully pour the creamy Orange Hot Chocolate into your favorite mugs. Top with whipped cream, chocolate chunks, or a sprinkle of orange zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Orange Hot Chocolate in a sealed container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove, stirring until warmed through.

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