Description
Cozy up with this creamy, citrus-kissed Orange Spice Hot Cocoa. A rich blend of cocoa, maple syrup, orange zest, and warming spices makes it the perfect winter drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 cups plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cinnamon stick (or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place your saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, and a splash of milk. Whisk into a paste.
- Slowly pour in the rest of the milk while whisking.
- Add cinnamon stick, orange zest, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
- Let the mixture warm slowly, stirring often for 5 to 7 minutes. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat, discard cinnamon stick if used, and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour into mugs and garnish with whipped cream, orange peel, or cinnamon.
Notes
- Use freshly grated orange zest for the most vibrant flavor.
- Whisk continuously for a smooth, velvety texture.
- Try it with a splash of espresso for a mocha version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: orange spice hot cocoa, vegan hot chocolate, citrus cocoa, spiced hot chocolate, cozy winter drinks