Barcelona Hot Chocolate Recipe

Hot chocolate is one of my all time favorite drinks this holiday season. I love the classic hot chocolate but every now and then, it’s good to go for a healthier recipe.

Did you know this sweet treat has health benefits? According to Cooking Light, clinical studies show that eating small amounts of chocolate (one piece a day―about 30 calories’ worth) lowered systolic blood pressure by 2.9 mm/Hg. That in turn may lower your risk of stroke or coronary heart disease.

So, if you’re in the mood for hot chocolate, choose dark chocolate containing at least 70% cocoa. I’ve been a big fan of dark chocolate ever since my mom got me hooked. If you’re a dark chocolate lover like myself or looking for a healthier alternative, try this fun Barcelona hot chocolate recipe!

Barcelona Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup boiling water
• 2 ounces good-quality dark or bittersweet (60 to 70 percent cocoa) chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 1/3 cups 1% low-fat milk
• 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 2-inch piece orange rind strip
• fat-free whipped topping
• Cocoa powder (optional)
• Dark Chocolate chunks (optional)

Preparation

Step 1. Combine 2/3 cup boiling water and chopped chocolate in a medium saucepan, stirring until chocolate melts.

Step 2. Add milk and next 4 ingredients (through rind); cook over medium-low heat, stirring with a whisk.

Step 3. Heat 5 minutes or until tiny bubbles form around edge of pan, stirring frequently (do not boil). Discard rind.

Step 4. Pour 1 cup mixture into each of 4 mugs.

Step 5. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons whipped topping over each serving.

Step 6. Dust with cocoa powder and add chocolate chunks, if desired.

Adapted from My Recipes

Liked this recipe? Then read: A Boozy Hot Chocolate Recipe and Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Recipe

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