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Cinnamon and Spice Hot Cocoa

Cinnamon and Spice Hot Cocoa

Not only are these cups of cocoa hot, they have additional heat from ancho chile powder. A touch of cinnamon rounds out the flavor. Serve with marshmallows for a finishing touch.

Everyday Food, January/February 2011 http://www.marthastewart.com/334051/cinnamon-and-spice-hot-cocoa
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  • Prep Time 5 minutes
  • Total Time 20 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • 4 cups skim milk
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1/2 cup sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
    • Coarse salt
    • Marshmallows (optional), for serving

Directions

  1. In a medium pot, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, chile powder, and pinch of salt over medium-high until combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Pour cocoa into four mugs and serve immediately with marshmallows if desired.

Cook's Note

For extra froth, pour hot cocoa into a blender and whirl for 1 minute before serving (use caution when blending hot liquids).

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