A warm cup of hot cocoa on a chilly morning evokes fond childhood memories. Even now, I will sometimes forgo my morning cup of coffee or tea for a cup of hot cocoa. Whether you make it from scratch, or boil water and pour in an instant mix, hot cocoa is a delicious treat.
Plain old hot cocoa is delicious, but why not change it up a bit. Here are 5 easy ways to jazz up your hot cocoa:
South Of The Border Hot Cocoa
Place a cinnamon stick in your cup of hot cocoa, then sprinkle the top with ground cinnamon for a south of the border inspired treat.
Candy Cane Cocoa
Add a peppermint candy cane to your piping hot cup of cocoa. Stir with the candy cane, and as it melts, your cocoa will take on a sweet minty flavor.
Kiddie Cocoa
Top your cocoa with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles to make you feel like a kid again.
Luscious Vanilla Cocoa
Stir in a tablespoon of vanilla syrup to your hot cocoa and top with homemade marshmallows (find at Whole Foods or Trader Joes) for one indulgent treat.
Fiery Cocoa
Adults will enjoy this sophisticated brew more than children. Make a cup of strong cocoa with dark chocolate and add in a pinch of ground red chili pepper. Add a dollop of fresh whipped cream and sprinkle with red chili pepper flakes for drink sure to keep you extra toasty.
Be sure to try these ideas at your next get together! Your guests will love your creative spin on hot cocoa.
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