Orange Hot Chocolate
Cozy up with a warm cup of Orange Hot Chocolate—a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and refreshing citrus. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 5 minutes, offers a unique twist to the classic hot cocoa, making it a perfect treat for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. The combination of dark chocolate, almond milk, and freshly squeezed orange juice creates a luscious drink that will satisfy chocolate lovers while introducing a zesty flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate (approx. 2 oz., chopped)
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp cane sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2–3 orange peel rinds
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the dark chocolate with almond milk, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Reduce heat to low and add cocoa powder, cane sugar, vanilla extract, and freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until desired warmth is reached.
- Pour into your favorite mug and top with optional whipped cream or chopped chocolate before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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