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Orange Scented Hot Chocolate recipe - Cocoa served in a Coffee mug
Non-Alcoholic

Orange Scented Hot Chocolate

Serve in a Coffee mug

Ingredients

  • Milk
    2 cups
  • Chocolate
    4 oz chopped bittersweet or semi-sweet
  • Orange peel
    3 2-inch strips
  • Espresso
    1/2 tsp instant
  • Nutmeg
    1/8 tsp ground

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until chocolate melts. Increase heat and bring just to a boil, stirring often. Remove from heat and whisk untily frothy. Return to heat and bring to boil again. Remove from heat, whisk until frothy. Repeat heating and whisking once again. Discard orange peel. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Before serving, bring just to boil, remove from heat and whisk until frothy.) Pour hot chocolate into coffee mugs. Makes 2 servings.

Orange Scented Hot Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until chocolate melts. Increase heat and bring just to a boil, stirring often. Remove from heat and whisk untily frothy. Return to heat and bring to boil again. Remove from heat, whisk until frothy. Repeat heating and whisking once again. Discard orange peel. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Before serving, bring just to boil, remove from heat and whisk until frothy.) Pour hot chocolate into coffee mugs. Makes 2 servings.
What is in a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
A Orange Scented Hot Chocolate is made with: 2 cups Milk, 4 oz chopped bittersweet or semi-sweet Chocolate, 3 2-inch strips Orange peel, 1/2 tsp instant Espresso, 1/8 tsp ground Nutmeg.
What glass is best for a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
A Orange Scented Hot Chocolate is traditionally served in a Coffee mug.
Is a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate alcoholic?
No, the Orange Scented Hot Chocolate is a non-alcoholic mocktail that everyone can enjoy.
What type of drink is a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
The Orange Scented Hot Chocolate is a Cocoa cocktail.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Mocktail Note

This alcohol-free recipe delivers full flavor without the spirits. Perfect for designated drivers, those avoiding alcohol, or anyone who wants a sophisticated drink any time of day.

Fresh Citrus Tip

Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.

Dairy Tip

When using cream or milk, shake vigorously with ice to properly emulsify and chill. Consider using heavy cream for a richer texture that floats beautifully on layered drinks.

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