Best 5 Ingrids Spicy Hot Chocolate Recipes

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In the depths of winter, when the weather outside is frightful, and staying indoors with a cup of hot chocolate seems delightful, Ingrid's spicy hot chocolate recipe emerges as a sensation. This unique concoction tantalizes the taste buds with its piquant kick, while simultaneously warming the soul. Its carefully chosen spices, intriguing flavors, and secret ingredients elevate it beyond the ordinary, making it a must-try for those seeking a cozy, comforting, and utterly delicious indulgence.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

INGRID'S SPICY HOT CHOCOLATE



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Provided by Christine Muhlke

Categories     easy, non-alcoholic drinks, dessert

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 vanilla bean
2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons mineral or filtered water
1 pinch ground ginger
1 pinch cinnamon
1 pinch black pepper
1 pinch licorice powder (optional)
3 1/2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
4 teaspoons Scharffen Berger natural cocoa powder
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • Split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise, scrape out the seeds and place the seeds and pod in a medium saucepan. Add the milk, water and spices and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Whisk in the chocolate and cocoa powder until melted. Add the sugar to taste and then the cream. Let cool for 45 minutes.
  • To serve, remove the vanilla pod, return to the stove and whisk over low heat until frothy and warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 245, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 60 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams

HOLIDAY HOT CHOCOLATE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 14m

Yield 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups whole milk
4 cups half-and-half
1 pound white chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Seeds scraped from 2 vanilla beans
1/4 to 1/3 cup orange flavored liqueur (recommended: Grand Marnier)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan on medium heat, heat the milk and half-and-half to just below the simmering point. Remove the pan from the heat and add the white chocolate. When the chocolate is melted, add the vanilla, vanilla bean seeds, and 1/4 to 1/3 cup orange liqueur, according to taste, and whisk vigorously. Reheat very gently and serve.

SPICY HOT CHOCOLATE



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Provided by Tia Mowry

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups chocolate almond milk
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Bring the almond milk to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-low heat (do not boil). Whisk in the chopped chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla, cayenne and salt; whisk until the chocolate has melted. Remove from the heat and whisk vigorously to form foam. Gently pour the hot chocolate into cups. Top with whipped cream if using.

RICH SPICED HOT CHOCOLATE



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An excellent recipe for a cool nights. A festive drink for the holidays after caroling. Use flavors like peppermint extract and garnish with candy cane for festive Christmas holiday. It's also very good with Baileys® Irish cream and mint. Garnish with some mint leaves on top of the whipped cream. Can be cook in a slow cooker as well. Top with whipped cream, caramel, and chocolate chips.

Provided by ScratchCook

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup white sugar
⅓ cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt
4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Whisk sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt together in a small bowl.
  • Bring milk to a boil in a saucepan, whisking constantly. Whisk in cocoa mixture until dissolved, reduce heat to low, and simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Stir cream into hot chocolate and pour into mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 45 g

SPICED HOT CHOCOLATE



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This is a spiced version of hot chocolate that is absolutely fantastic. It can be a little rich, though. As with any recipe, you should try it first. Adjust the spices to your preference. If the drink is a bit rich for your taste you can add a cup of water to cut it down a bit.

Provided by leoele

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups skim milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until lukewarm; stir the cocoa powder and sugar into the warmed milk until dissolved. Add the vanilla, cinnamon, chili powder, nutmeg, and cloves. Heat another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 106 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the better the hot chocolate will be. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overheat the milk: Overheating the milk will cause it to curdle. Heat the milk just until it is steaming, but not boiling.
  • Add spices to taste: The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to add more or less, or to use different spices altogether.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Whipped cream, marshmallows, and chocolate shavings are all classic toppings for hot chocolate.

Conclusion:

This spicy hot chocolate is the perfect drink for a cold winter day. It's rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The spices give it a nice kick, and the chocolate is rich and decadent. Whether you're enjoying it on your own or with friends, this hot chocolate is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

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