Ingredients for Almond Hot Chocolate
- 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup whole almonds, toasted and chopped (for garnish, optional)
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How to Make Almond Hot Chocolate
- **Roast Almonds (Optional):** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread almonds on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant. Let cool completely.
- **Make Chocolate-Covered Almonds:** Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler). Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Dip half of each almond into the melted chocolate. Place on waxed paper to set.
- **Prepare Hot Chocolate:** In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the chopped chocolate and cocoa powder.
- Heat almond milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Gradually pour the warm almond milk over the chocolate mixture, whisking constantly until smooth and frothy.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- For extra froth, use a hand blender or whisk vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Pour into mugs and immediately garnish with cocoa powder and chocolate-covered almonds.
- Serve and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
7g
Carbs
2g
