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White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa

Irresistible White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa for Cozy Nights

This White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa is a rich, creamy, and indulgent drink for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ganache Base
  • 200 g White Chocolate Provides sweetness and a creamy base
  • 100 g Almond Paste Adds nutty flavor and creaminess
For the Cream Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Contributes to richness
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Enhances fruity flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice
  • 1 bean Vanilla Bean Provides aromatic sweetness
For the Milk Base
  • 1 cup Milk Main liquid base; can use alternative milks

Equipment

  • Bain-Marie or Heatproof Bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Blender
  • Fine Sieve
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ganache Base by melting white chocolate and almond paste in a bain-marie until smooth.
  2. Infuse cream by combining it with orange zest, vanilla bean, and cinnamon, then heat until simmering.
  3. Combine mixtures by straining the infused cream into the ganache and adding orange juice.
  4. Chill the ganache mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight to deepen flavors.
  5. Heat milk in a saucepan until just before boiling.
  6. Blend the chilled ganache with hot milk until frothy and creamy.
  7. Serve in a mug, garnished with whipped cream, cinnamon, orange zest, and an orange wedge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate ganache overnight for enhanced flavor. Adjust the sweetness by varying the ganache amount used.

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