Raspberry Hot Chocolate
A delightful twist on classic hot chocolate, combining rich cocoa with tart raspberry puree for a comforting and visually appealing drink.
Ingrédients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups milk Whole or any preferred milk for creaminess.
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder Provides that rich chocolate flavor.
- 1/4 cup sugar Adjust to taste; can substitute with sweeteners.
- 1/2 cup raspberry puree Fresh or frozen raspberries blended until smooth.
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth to the flavor.
Toppings
- Whipped cream For topping, light and fluffy.
- Fresh raspberries For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure to have your raspberry puree ready with fresh raspberries blended until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to warm but doesn’t boil.
- Once the milk is warm, whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar until fully combined.
- Stir in the raspberry puree and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until smooth.
- Give your Raspberry Hot Chocolate a taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Remove the saucepan from heat once well combined and heated through.
- Carefully pour the Raspberry Hot Chocolate into mugs.
- Top each mug with whipped cream, allowing it to spill over for that indulgent look.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For dietary adjustments, use almond, soy, or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Adjust sweeteners to fit dietary needs. This drink can be prepared ahead and reheated or even frozen.