Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate Recipe

Indulge in Nigella Lawson's decadent Hot Spiced Rum Chocolate, a supremely comforting and intensely flavorful drink adapted from her iconic cookbook, *Feast*. This deliciously spiced, slightly boozy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or a special treat. Warm yourself from the inside out with this easy-to-make recipe!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Calories 505.7 kcal

Protein 28g

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Ingredients for Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate

2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
cinnamon sticks, for garnish (optional)
Honey
Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup dark rum
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

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How to Make Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate

Combine the heavy cream, milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice) in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in the dark rum and vanilla extract.
Pour into mugs and garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder and a cinnamon stick (optional).
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

103g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate?

Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate takes about 17 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate?

Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate has approximately 505.7 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 52 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate?

The key ingredients for Nigella Lawson Hot Rummy Chocolate are Whole Milk, Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon Stick, Honey, Brown Sugar, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.