Chocolate-y Christmas Cafe au Lait Recipe

Name: Chocolate-y Christmas Cafe au Lait
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 2/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder; 2 ( 2-inch) cinnamon sticks; 1 strip orange peel, about 1/2 inch by 3 inches; 10 whole cloves; 2 to 2 1/2 cups hot brewed strong coffee; 1/4 cup cold heavy cream; Ground cinnamon, for garnish; Cocoa, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, 2/3 cup of the sugar, and cocoa until smooth.
2
Add the cinnamon sticks, orange peel and cloves and bring to a simmer, stirring, to dissolve the sugar and prevent the cocoa from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
3
Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat, cover, and let steep for 10 minutes.
4
In a medium bowl, whip the cream with the remaining 1 teaspoon sugar until thick and frothy, and peaks form.
5
Set aside.
6
Strain the milk mixture into a coffee pot or carafe and add 2 cups of the hot coffee (2 1/2 cups for stronger coffee flavor, to taste).
7
Pour into cups or small mugs and top each with a dollop of the sweetened whipped cream.
8
Serve immediately.

388

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups whole milk, 2/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder, 2 ( 2-inch) cinnamon sticks, and more.

Yes, Chocolate-y Christmas Cafe au Lait falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chocolate-y Christmas Cafe au Lait

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Variations & substitutions

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