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Orange Hot Chocolate Recipe

Orange Hot Chocolate Recipe

Winter calls for warm, comforting drinks that soothe the soul. This Orange Hot Chocolate Recipe combines rich chocolate with bright citrus flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wire whisk
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Microplane zester
  • Measuring cups
  • Serving mugs

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 large orange zested
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat milk in saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add chocolate chips and cocoa powder.
  • Whisk until chocolate completely melts.
  • Stir in sugar and orange zest.
  • Add vanilla extract and salt.
  • Simmer mixture for three minutes.
  • Strain through fine mesh strainer.
  • Pour into warm mugs immediately.

Notes

  1. Use fresh orange zest for the best citrus flavor.
  2. Don't let the milk boil to prevent scorching.
  3. Quality dark chocolate enhances the overall taste significantly.
  4. Strain the mixture to remove zest pieces completely.
  5. Warm your mugs beforehand for better temperature retention.
Keyword Orange Hot Chocolate Recipe