Orange Scented Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the rich, velvety warmth of Orange Scented Hot Chocolate, a delightful blend of luxurious dark chocolate and creamy milk, infused with a hint of zesty orange.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Coffee mug
- 5 ingredients
Orange Scented Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- Milk2 cups
- Chocolate4 oz chopped bittersweet or semi-sweet
- Orange peel3 2-inch strips
- Espresso½ tsp instant
- Nutmeg⅛ tsp ground
Method
- Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan.
- Stir over low heat until chocolate melts.
- Increase heat and bring just to a boil, stirring often.
- Remove from heat and whisk untily frothy.
- Return to heat and bring to boil again.
- Remove from heat, whisk until frothy.
- Repeat heating and whisking once again.
- Discard orange peel.
- (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead.
- Let stand at room temperature.
- ) Pour hot chocolate into coffee mugs.
- Makes 2 servings.
What you need
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A long bar spoon
Long enough to reach the bottom of a tall glass, with a twisted stem.
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See 18 Chocolate drinksWhere it comes from
Born from the cafés of Vienna, this luxurious drink combines the warmth of traditional hot chocolate with Mediterranean citrus notes. The recipe gained popularity during winter cocktail season, offering elegant comfort with sophisticated flavor complexity.
Tips from the bar
- Use premium cocoa powder or melted dark chocolate for depth
- Infuse fresh orange zest for natural aromatics without bitterness
- Serve immediately while steam carries aromatic notes
- Whip cream gently to maintain chocolate flavor balance
- Temperature should reach 160°F for food safety
Twists worth trying
- Dark Chocolate Orange
- Use 70% cacao for intense dark chocolate character with bright orange contrast
- Spiced Orange Hot Chocolate
- Add cinnamon and star anise for warming spice notes
- White Chocolate Citrus
- Substitute white chocolate with orange liqueur for creamy sweetness
What to eat with it
- Chocolate croissants
- Orange-glazed pastries
- Biscotti
- Vanilla cheesecake
- Almond torte
- Candied orange peel
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
A Orange Scented Hot Chocolate is made with milk, chocolate, orange peel, espresso, nutmeg.
What glass do you use for a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate?
Serve a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate in a coffee mug.
What does a Orange Scented Hot Chocolate taste like?
Expect rich, creamy, citrusy.
What can I make with Chocolate?
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