Spiced Hot Chocolate
Creamy, warming hot chocolate spiked with cinnamon, cayenne, and a hint of vanilla. Ready in under 5 minutes—no stove required if using microwaved milk.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 198
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour milk into a microwave-safe mug or measuring cup. Microwave until steaming, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Whisk cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and cayenne in a small bowl until no lumps remain.
Step 3
Pour hot milk into cocoa mixture slowly, whisking constantly until fully combined and smooth.
Step 4
Pour into mugs and serve immediately. Top with whipped cream or cinnamon stick if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug or measuring cup
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
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