Haunting Hot Chocolate

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15

Haunting hot chocolate recipe perfect for Halloween

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

3-4

Calories

360

Sugar

39g

Fat

18g

Haunting hot chocolate is a festive twist on classic hot chocolate, perfect for Halloween parties or cozy nights in. The orange zest adds a playful pop of flavor and the whipped cream and ghost-shaped marshmallows make it a fun and indulgent treat. This recipe makes enough for 3-4 servings and can easily be doubled for larger groups. Serve it with some spooky snacks and enjoy a hauntingly good night!

Instructions

1.	Using a vegetable peeler, remove the zest from the orange in long pieces and finely chop it.
2.	Combine the orange zest, milk, white chocolate, and nutmeg in a medium saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, whisking frequently until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is hot. Do not boil.
3.	Stir in the vanilla.
4.	Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the orange zest and any lumps of chocolate.
6.	Serve hot, topped with whipped cream, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and ghost-shaped marshmallows (optional).

PROS

This haunting hot chocolate is a fun and festive drink perfect for Halloween.

The orange zest adds a bright, fresh flavor and the whipped cream and marshmallows make it extra indulgent.

CONS

This drink is high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also contains dairy, so it is not suitable for people with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Orange zest is a good source of vitamin C, which supports immune system health.
Dark chocolate is also known to have health benefits when consumed in moderation, such as improving heart health and reducing inflammation.

	1 medium orange
	3 cups whole milk
	2/3 cup white chocolate , baking pieces or 2/3 cup vanilla candy coating
	1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	whipped cream ( optional )
	ground nutmeg ( optional )
	marshmallows , ghosts ( store bought )