Lumumba (Swiss Hot Chocolate With Peppercorns)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Lumumba - Swiss hot chocolate with peppercorns

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

26g

Fat

19g

Lumumba is a rich and decadent hot chocolate that originated in Switzerland. This popular winter drink is made from a mixture of cocoa powder, sugar, milk, dark chocolate, and rum. The addition of freshly ground peppercorns gives this drink a unique and unexpected flavor profile that is sure to delight your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam.
2.	Add in the cocoa powder and sugar, whisking until they are fully incorporated.
3.	Continue to heat the milk mixture, whisking occasionally, until it comes to a simmer.
4.	Remove the saucepan from the heat, and immediately add the dark chocolate, stirring until it has melted completely.
5.	Pour the rum into the chocolate mixture, and stir well.
6.	To finish, add the freshly ground peppercorns, stirring until they are fully incorporated into the mixture.

PROS

Lumumba is a rich and decadent drink that is perfect for a cold winter night.

The combination of chocolate and peppercorns is unexpected and delightful in taste.

CONS

While this drink is delicious, it is also very rich and calorie-dense.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dark chocolate is high in antioxidants that can help to reduce inflammation and protect your body from free radicals.
Peppercorns have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help to boost your immune system.

	7/8 liter milk
	50 g cocoa powder
	50 g sugar
	100 g extra dark chocolate
	1/8 liter rum
	pepper ( three color peppercorns , freshly ground )
	chocolate , to decorate