Hojicha Hot Chocolate
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Hojicha Hot Chocolate
Description
Hojicha Hot Chocolate is a warm beverage featuring chopped milk or dark chocolate melted into heated milk infused with hojicha powder, a roasted green tea powder. The chocolate is initially melted in a small portion of hot milk, creating a base that is then frothed with the hojicha powder to incorporate the tea's distinctive roasted aroma and flavor. The remainder of the milk is warmed and stirred in to make a smooth, creamy drink. The result is a rich and comforting hot chocolate with an earthy, roasted tea flavor layered beneath the sweetness. Served optionally with whipped cream and marshmallows, this drink is an inviting combination of two classic flavors, offering a new dimension to traditional hot chocolate.
The preparation can be done quickly using a microwave by melting chocolate and heating milk in stages, whisking the hojicha powder for frothiness. Alternatively, the stovetop method heats milk gently before combining it with the chocolate and hojicha. Sweetener is optional, allowing customization of sweetness level. The choice between milk types or dairy alternatives can accommodate personal preferences. This versatile hot chocolate suits moments when a warming drink with a subtle tea twist is desired.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon chocolate milk or dark, chopped
- 1 C milk or dairy-free alternative, whole
- 1 teaspoon hōjicha powder
- sweetener optional, sugar, honey, maple syrup
- Whipped Cream optional
- marshmallows optional
Instructions
Microwave method:
- Add chopped chocolate to a microwave-safe mug.
- Pour ¼ C of milk into the mug and microwave for 30-40 seconds, until the milk is steaming hot.
- Remove mug from microwave and stir with a spoon until the chocolate is completely melted.
- Add in 1 teaspoon of hojicha powder to the chocolate mixture and use an electric whisk to froth it up.
- In a separate cup, heat the remaining ¾ C of milk in the microwave (another 40-50 seconds) until hot. Pour in the remaining milk over the chocolate and give it a stir.
- Stir in sweetener of your choice if you prefer a sweeter hot chocolate. (Optional)
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and/or marshmallows. (Optional)
Stove top method:
- Heat milk in a small saucepan over low heat until just scalding hot (not boiling).
- Add chopped chocolate to a mug.
- Pour about ¼ C of hot milk over the chocolate and give it a stir with a spoon until all the chocolate is melted.
- Add in 1 teaspoon of hojicha powder to the chocolate mixture and use an electric whisk to froth it up.
- Pour in the remaining milk over the chocolate and give it a stir.
- Stir in sweetener of your choice if you prefer a sweeter hot chocolate. (Optional)
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and/or marshmallows. (Optional)
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 294kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 106mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 383IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 274mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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