Hot chocolate from cocoa powder
Description
The recipe won't take much time. It's no secret that chocolate cookies are the perfect complement to hot chocolate. There are many variations of this drink: from classic to extreme. For example, the traditional Maya tribe chocolate is prepared with cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Also, instead of some milk, you can add instant coffee. And sweet lovers can top their chocolate drink with marshmallows or grated chocolate. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
In a medium saucepan, mix together sugar, cocoa, and cinnamon.
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Step 2
Pour hot water over the cocoa and sugar, stir, breaking up any lumps.
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Step 3
Place the liquid over heat and bring the cocoa to a boil.
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Step 4
Add milk to the cocoa and heat the liquid to your desired temperature. It is better not to bring it to a boil, as the milk may curdle. Remove the cocoa from the heat.
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Step 5
Add a little vanilla extract to the cocoa—less is better than more, as too much vanilla will make the drink bitter and give it an artificial aroma. Pour the drink into mugs and taste.