Description
White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa delivers a luxurious twist on classic hot chocolate, blending creamy white chocolate with zesty orange and nutty almond notes. Sophisticated winter warmth beckons you to savor this elegant, velvety beverage perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (170 grams) white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (57 grams) almond paste
- 2 tablespoons (10 grams) cocoa powder
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) orange juice
- Pinch of salt
Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Sliced almonds
Instructions
- Gently warm whole milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steam rises and edges begin to bubble, carefully avoiding a full boil.
- Add white chocolate chips and almond paste to the heated milk, stirring continuously until both ingredients completely dissolve and create a smooth, creamy base.
- Whisk in unsweetened cocoa powder, pure vanilla extract, freshly grated orange zest, and a splash of orange juice, ensuring a thorough and uniform mixture with no visible lumps.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the beverage to simmer softly for 3-4 minutes, stirring intermittently to prevent scorching and maintain a silky texture.
- Transfer the luxurious hot cocoa into prewarmed ceramic mugs, filling each to approximately 8 fluid ounces (236 milliliters).
- Crown each mug with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream, then garnish with a delicate sprinkle of sliced almonds for an elegant and textural finish.
- Serve immediately while the beverage remains hot, inviting your guests to savor the harmonious blend of white chocolate, citrus, and nutty undertones.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of white chocolate for unique flavor variations.
- Grate fresh orange zest just before adding to maximize aromatic citrus notes.
- Adjust sweetness by selecting white chocolate with varying sugar content.
- Use almond paste sparingly to prevent overwhelming the delicate orange undertones.
- Opt for room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother blending and consistent texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 382 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg