Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with the comforting delight of Orange & Spice Hot Chocolate. This unique twist on the classic beverage combines rich cocoa with zesty orange and aromatic spices, creating a cozy drink that’s perfect for festive gatherings or a quiet night in. Not only does it tantalize your taste buds, but it also offers a boost of vitamin C thanks to the fresh orange juice. With easy preparation and customizable toppings, this vegan-friendly hot chocolate is sure to impress everyone who takes a sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk
- 1 cup 100% pure orange juice
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup raw sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat non-dairy milk and orange juice over medium-low heat.
- Stir in cocoa powder, sweetener, cinnamon, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- Reduce heat to low to keep warm until serving.
- Pour into cups and top with desired garnishes like whipped coconut cream or orange zest.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approximately 240ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg