Spicy Cajun Hot Chocolate (Printable Version)
Creamy hot chocolate with a hint of spice from cayenne and cinnamon, perfect for chilly nights.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 pinch cayenne pepper
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Pour the milk into a saucepan and gently heat over medium flame until steaming, but not boiling.
02 - Add the cocoa powder, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon. Whisk continuously until the cocoa powder has fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
03 - Remove from heat and pour into two cups. Serve hot.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easy to make in under ten minutes
- Uses only a handful of pantry ingredients
- Vegetarian and gluten free and easily made vegan
- Balances creamy richness with spice for cozy sipping
02 -
- Great option for lactose intolerant when using plant milk
- Cayenne level can be adjusted to preference
- Naturally gluten free and crowd friendly
03 -
- Toast your spices in a dry pan for a minute before adding to the drink for deeper flavor
- Invest in a good quality cocoa powder which sets the base for the entire recipe
- Try grating a bit of fresh cinnamon on top of each mug before serving for aroma