Cinnamon Spiced Hot Chocolate
Nothing beats a heavenly hot chocolate on chilly autumn or winter evenings. Make yours extra special by using our exquisite EXCELLENCE 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate combined with sweet vanilla and cinnamon for a subtly spiced twist. This really is the ultimate indulgence...
Chocolatier’s Tip
Get creative with your toppings by making shavings with our EXCELLENCE White Chocolate with a Touch of Vanilla which complements the vanilla in the milk. Alternatively, simply dust with cocoa powder.
Lindt EXCELLENCE Dark 70% Bar 100g
Easy
2 - 3 people
Ingredients
- 75 ml double cream
- 400 ml milk
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, or to taste
- 1 tsp brown sugar, or to taste
- A couple of drops of vanilla extract
- 125 g Lindt EXCELLENCE 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate, finely chopped
- To decorate:
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon sticks
- Lindt EXCELLENCE 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate, grated (see Tip)
Method
Step 1.
Pour the milk and cream into a medium saucepan. Add the cinnamon and slowly bring to a simmer.
Step 2.
Add the sugar and a couple of drops of vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Step 3.
Add the chopped chocolate and stir until melted. Taste and add a little more cinnamon or sugar, if wished.
Step 4.
Pour into cups or mugs, add a cinnamon stick to each, top with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkling of grated chocolate.
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