Spice Up the Holidays with These Hot Chocolate Concoctions Recipes

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The holiday season is in full swing, and there's nothing quite like a steaming mug of homemade hot chocolate to capture the spirit of Christmas. Velvety, warm, and delicately spiced - hot chocolate is classic comfort food. However, it can be transformed into something special with just a few simple upgrades. 

For those looking for something seasonal and festive, why not try turning your hot chocolate into a holiday elixir with an indulgent salted caramel white hot chocolate? Or take a culinary adventure westward with traditional Mexican hot chocolate recipes spiced with cinnamon and cayenne for added heat. If you're daring, you could even give vegan pumpkin pie spiced hot cocoa a go! 

Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate

Nothing is as satisfying as a warm cup of Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate on a chilly winter day. This decadent yet easy-to-make beverage can quickly chase away the chill, creating a festive atmosphere in moments. A blend of white chocolate and cream is a delicious base for caramel flavoring and coarse sea salt (how long does sea salt last?). 

For those that Texas twist, add a pinch of chili powder to the mix too! The gift of heat isn't just comforting but also loaded with flavor. Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate is an indulgent option for any holiday gathering, whether you're sipping it by the fireplace or under twinkling lights. Make every sip count by savoring the flavor and enjoying the warmth. A fantastic treat is worthy of all the chilly winter days. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk, warmed

• ¼ cup white chocolate sauce

• ⅛ cup salted caramel syrup

• ½ tsp chili powder

• ¼ cup whipped cream

• 1 tbsp caramel sauce

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Instructions:

1. Stir white chocolate sauce and salted caramel syrup into warmed milk. 

2. Top with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and chili powder.

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Champurrado (Thick Mexican Hot Chocolate)

Christmas season wouldn't be complete without a good cup of champurrado or Thick Mexican Hot Chocolate. Preparation is simple: dissolve Mexican chocolate, sugar cane, cayenne, and cinnamon in a thick and silky mix of masa harina (how long does masa harina last?), water, and milk. The best part? This authentic Mexican recipe takes only five ingredients and 30 minutes to prepare, so it's easy to make in the comfort of your own home!

A mug of this sweet drink can bring you closer to the holiday, spirit-especially on those cold winter nights. So if you're looking for a way to capture the wonders of Mexico's festive celebrations without leaving your house, why give champurrado a try? Thanks to its delicious blend of spices and rich creaminess, it'll provide you with everything you need for a fantastic winter experience. So what are you waiting for? Grab some chocolate, fire up the stovetop - before tonight becomes too late - and warm up to a steaming cup of champurrado! You won't be disappointed. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup masa harina

• 4 cups whole milk

• 1 cup piloncillo (brown sugar cane)

• 2 disks Mexican chocolate

• 1 pc cinnamon stick

• ⅛ tsp cayenne

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Instructions:

1. Add masa harina to a large, heavy saucepot. Using a whisk, slowly add 4 cups of water, constantly whisking until smooth and combined. Place saucepot over medium-high heat; bring masa harina mixture to boil.

2. Add milk, sugar cane, chocolate, cayenne, and cinnamon to the pot. Bring milk mixture to boil, constantly whisking, until chocolate is melted and sugar cane is dissolved, 5-7 minutes more.

3. Remove pot from heat. Divide champurrado evenly among serving mugs.

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Hot Cocoa

The holidays are the perfect time to whip out your vegan hot chocolate recipes. This pumpkin spice hot chocolate recipe is the ideal way to get in the holiday spirit. It's simple, quick, and delicious, with a vegan twist that you won't find in regular hot chocolate. This recipe calls for dairy-free almond milk, pure maple syrup (how long does maple syrup last?) for sweetness, spices for warming flavors, and quality dark organic cocoa for added depth. The result is an indulgent yet healthier spin on the classic comfort drink that tastes almost like pumpkin pie! 

Whip up a big pot of this vegan-style hot chocolate on a cozy winter day, and sit back and relax with friends or family. It's sure to bring back fond memories during the holiday season! This makes for a great gift if you're looking to surprise someone special with something warm and comforting this season. So don't miss out; put your spin on this classic winter beverage and enjoy some blissful vegan pumpkin spice hot chocolate today!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup pumpkin puree 

• 3 tbsp dark organic cacao powder

• 3 cups almond milk 

• 1 tsp pumpkin spice mix  

• 1 tsp vanilla

• ⅛ tsp nutmeg (how long does nutmeg last?)

• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup

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Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan on medium heat, pour in the almond milk (how long does almond milk last?).

2. Grab a whisk and stir in the pumpkin puree, cacao powder, pumpkin spice, nutmeg, vanilla, and pure maple syrup. Bring to a boil while stirring the content until it is evenly combined.

3. Reduce the heat to medium/low and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Serve accordingly.

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Summary

There are many ways to spice up your next cup of hot chocolate, but one thing is certain; it's sure to keep Christmas spirits high all season long. So grab a mug - the winter chill won't stand a chance! & Next time you reach for your favorite holiday beverage, whip up something unique to make everyone's eye sparkle with joy. Enjoying creative recipes has never been so easy - cheers!

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Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Nothing is as satisfying as a warm cup of Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate on a chilly winter day.

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk, warmed
• ¼ cup white chocolate sauce
• ⅛ cup salted caramel syrup
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ¼ cup whipped cream
• 1 tbsp caramel sauce

Instructions

1. Stir white chocolate sauce and salted caramel syrup into warmed milk.
2. Top with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and chili powder.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Fat

18

Sat. Fat

10

Carbs

90

Fiber

3

Net carbs

87

Sugar

67

Protein

13

Sodium

545

Cholesterol

41

Yield: 6

Author: Mariano Clement Gupana

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Champurrado (Thick Mexican Hot Chocolate)

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Christmas season wouldn't be complete without a good cup of champurrado or Thick Mexican Hot Chocolate.

Ingredients

• 1 cup masa harina
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup piloncillo (brown sugar cane)
• 2 disks Mexican chocolate
• 1 pc cinnamon stick
• ⅛ tsp cayenne

Instructions

1. Add masa harina to a large, heavy saucepot. Using a whisk, slowly add 4 cups of water, constantly whisking until smooth and combined. Place saucepot over medium-high heat; bring masa harina mixture to boil.
2. Add milk, sugar cane, chocolate, cayenne, and cinnamon to the pot. Bring milk mixture to boil, constantly whisking, until chocolate is melted and sugar cane is dissolved, 5-7 minutes more.
3. Remove pot from heat. Divide champurrado evenly among serving mugs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

357

Fat

9

Sat. Fat

5

Carbs

62

Fiber

2

Net carbs

60

Sugar

46

Protein

7

Sodium

64

Cholesterol

20

Yield: 2

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Hot Cocoa

Cook time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min

The holidays are the perfect time to whip out your vegan hot chocolate recipes. This pumpkin spice hot chocolate recipe is the ideal way to get in the holiday spirit.

Ingredients

• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• 3 tbsp dark organic cacao powder
• 3 cups almond milk
• 1 tsp pumpkin spice mix
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ⅛ tsp nutmeg
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan on medium heat, pour in the almond milk.
2. Grab a whisk and stir in the pumpkin puree, cacao powder, pumpkin spice, nutmeg, vanilla, and pure maple syrup. Bring to a boil while stirring the content until it is evenly combined.
3. Reduce the heat to medium/low and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Serve accordingly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

182

Fat

6

Sat. Fat

1

Carbs

32

Fiber

6

Net carbs

26

Sugar

21

Protein

4

Sodium

496

Cholesterol

0

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