Description
This Spicy Cajun Hot Chocolate combines rich dark chocolate with a kick of cayenne pepper and warming cinnamon, creating a bold and comforting beverage perfect for chilly days. Enhanced with creamy milk and heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, this unique hot chocolate is finished with fresh parsley garnish for an unexpected touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry and Spice Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat Dairy Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream and warm over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling, preparing the base for the hot chocolate.
- Add Chocolate and Spices: Stir in the chocolate chips, vanilla extract, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk the mixture continuously until the chocolate melts completely and the drink is smooth and evenly spiced.
- Adjust Spices: Taste the hot chocolate and add additional cayenne pepper if you prefer a spicier kick, mixing well to incorporate the flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley to add a fresh, unexpected flavor and visual appeal before serving.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper according to your heat preference to make the drink more or less spicy.
- Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips for a richer flavor; milk chocolate can also be used but will be sweeter.
- Fresh parsley garnish adds a unique touch but can be omitted if desired.
- This recipe serves 2 and can be easily doubled for larger groups.
