Warm up your next gathering with this elegant twist on hot chocolate — infused with orange zest, cinnamon, and topped with whipped mascarpone. A perfect women’s hosting recipe that brings cozy sophistication to your drink station. Save this recipe to wow your guests!
Aromatic & elegant — this twist infuses classic hot chocolate with citrus and spice.
Ingredients:
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2 cups whole milk
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½ cup heavy cream
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Zest of 1 orange
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¼ tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp cardamom
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4 oz dark chocolate, chopped
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1 tbsp sugar (optional)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Whipped Mascarpone Topping:
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¼ cup mascarpone cheese
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¼ cup heavy cream
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1 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions:
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In a saucepan, heat milk, cream, orange zest, cinnamon, and cardamom until steaming (don’t boil).
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Stir in dark chocolate until fully melted. Add vanilla and sugar if desired.
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In a separate bowl, whip mascarpone, cream, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
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Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with a dollop of whipped mascarpone.
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Garnish with a pinch of orange zest or grated chocolate.