Hot White Chocolate with Cardamom
Cozy up with a luxurious mug of Hot White Chocolate with Cardamom, a decadent twist on the classic hot chocolate that’s perfect for chilly evenings or as an indulgent treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines creamy whole milk and heavy cream with velvety white chocolate, infused with the warm, citrusy aroma of freshly crushed cardamom pods. A hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt enhance the flavors, creating a perfectly balanced beverage that's both rich and aromatic. Strained for smoothness and topped with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cardamom, this luscious drink is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and elegant way to elevate your winter drink game.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 oz White chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 0 Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- 0 Ground cardamom (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Lightly crush the cardamom pods using the back of a spoon or a mortar and pestle to release their flavor.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and crushed cardamom pods. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is steaming but not boiling (about 5-7 minutes).
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and add the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate has melted completely and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (you can add a teaspoon of sugar if desired, though the white chocolate is typically sweet enough).
Step 5
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the cardamom pods, then pour into two mugs.
Step 6
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cardamom, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (741.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1375.3 |
| Total Fat 96.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 218.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 439.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 91.9g | |
| Protein 23.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 847.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1101.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories