Whittard of Chelsea Orange Hot Chocolate

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Some of my favourites include adding vanilla extract, honey and maple syrup. These additions add a depth of flavour that takes the drink to a whole new level. Hot Chocolate With Orange Extract Sugar - You don’t need to add sugar but I like my hot chocolate on the sweet side so I always add some. Orange juice - Preferably freshly squeezed; The recipe calls for two tablespoons, but you can adjust it based on your personal preference. Method

Yes; however, this is a single-serve hot chocolate recipe. If you want to double, triple or even quadruple the recipe, you can adjust the serving size in the recipe card where it says "serving size". Below is a step-by-step guide on how to make orange hot chocolate with Terry’s chocolate orange. Full recipe instructions are on the recipe card. When you’re ready, reheat the hot chocolate in the microwave until hot or over the stove. Stir occasionally whilst reheating, then pour into your mug and enjoy! How To Make This Recipe Vegan I know you can buy orange extract, but I haven't tried it in this recipe. If you've used it and love it, feel free to use it in place of the vanilla extract. But, start small -- no more than ½ teaspoon -- and go from there. Whisk and bring this orange chocolate milk to a simmer. Add the orange juice and cook for 2 minutes.

It's hard to explain, but some combinations of flavors just work better than others. Orange and chocolate are definitely one of those, hence why I adore this dark chocolate orange cakeand coconut cupcakes with the same frosting too. Other winning combinations are Winter is made for hot chocolate, and I can’t survive the cold weather without one ( or two)! It warms you up and provides the ultimate level of coziness.

Taste, do you find it too bitter? Add in a little more sugar. Too sweet? - more unsweetened cocoa powder. If you find it too flavorful and rich - more milk. It's impossible to ruin this delicious cup of orange hot chocolate! Strain it into four (or two large!) cups to avoid drinking the zest. Cocoa powder - Unsweetened cocoa powder works best as you already get sweetness from the chocolate and sugar. I mostly use Terry’s milk chocolate orange, but you can also use their white chocolate orange or dark chocolate version too. Orange - Freshly squeezed orange juice works best in the recipe. Plus you can use the same orange to grate some zest to garnish your drink and add the rinds to the milk. This orange hot chocolate is a fun spin on traditional hot chocolate. Plus, in my opinion, the chocolate-orange combination isn't utilized enough.

Tips and tricks

Terry’s Chocolate Orange: I used the classic Terry’s chocolate orange for this hot chocolate recipe. You can use alternative orange flavoured chocolate brands. Using white chocolate orange will make this hot chocolate really sweet! Try the hot chocolate first before adding extra sugar. Don't add the orange juice in the beginning. If you do, the milk will curdle. Instead, wait until the end to add it.

Top this Orange Hot Chocolate and make it richer with sweetened whipped cream, marshmallows or shaved chocolate! Sugar - Optional. I think hot chocolate should be on the sweet side, and the entire recipe only calls for two tablespoons, but you can definitely omit it if you want. They’re my favourite hot chocolate brand and help create an easy chocolate orange flavour. Adding this to Terry’s chocolate orange will create an intense flavour. Recipe IngredientsFun to Share: I have a small mug, a little bigger than an espresso mug,that my daughter drinks cocoa out of. It’s such a special treat and she just glows and smiles ear-to-ear when she gets to enjoy a cup of cocoa with her mom and dad. Add a cup of milk to a saucepan, over medium heat. Add in unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, zest of one orange, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Give it a stir, and once it starts to simmer and rise, add in the rest of the milk. Serve warm.