Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom Recipe

Escape the winter chill with this luxurious hot white chocolate recipe! Infused with fragrant cardamom and a touch of vanilla, this decadent beverage elevates classic hot chocolate to a whole new level of cozy comfort. Perfect for a snowy evening in, this easy 5-minute recipe is guaranteed to become your new favorite winter treat. (Inspired by Saveur.)

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 639.1 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom

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How to Make Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom

  1. Finely chop 4 ounces of white chocolate and place it in a large mug.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom.
  3. Heat the milk mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it just begins to simmer around the edges (about 3 minutes). Do not boil.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a separate bowl, discarding the cardamom pods.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the warm milk mixture over the chopped white chocolate in the mug.
  7. Let it sit for 1 minute to allow the chocolate to melt.
  8. Whisk vigorously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  9. Sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

140g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom?

Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom takes about 7 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom?

Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom has approximately 639.1 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 70 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom?

The key ingredients for Hot White Chocolate With Cardamom are White Chocolate, Milk, Cream, Green Cardamom Pods, Vanilla Extract, Nutmeg. See the full list with measurements above.

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