In the winter (and most other seasons) I drink hot chocolate like water. It's HOT, chocolaty, and brings the taste of warmth to my lips during an otherwise, usually unpleasant time for me. The winter blues creep up every winter, but with hot cocoa in my hands, I can smile a little more, get dressed once in a while, and put away the sweats.
I've passed on this tradition to my son, Benjamin and he seems to love it as well. His favorite toppings are marshmellows and of course the classic whipped topping. We have a good time together sipping on the hot treat and peeking out the window at the winter wonderland.
you"ll need:
1 packet of swiss mix hot cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla
1 pinch of cinnoman
1 tbs irish cream (for the grown up version, of course)
1 pinch of cayenne pepper
In a large hearty mug, pour mix in cup. Boil water in kettle. Mix rest of ingredients in mug. Once water comes to boil, pour carefully in designated mug. Top with whipped cream and shaved ghiradelli chocolate for extra decadence if you so desire.
3 comments:
Is that 3 more glasses of hot chocolate on your counter?? Mmmm. I love vanilla and cinnamon in my hot chocolate, but never thought of cayenne!! I may need to try that. :-)
Cayenne Pepper? What?!
for sure! it adds a kick of internal heat! And it makes the drink much more exotic!
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