Description
Gingerbread Hot Cocoa with Molasses is a cozy, spiced drink that combines rich chocolate and warm spices, perfect for chilly winter evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dark molasses
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Mini marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, pour in the milk. Stir occasionally until warmed but not boiling.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
- Stir in the molasses, ginger, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract; mix well.
- Pour into mugs and top with marshmallows or whipped cream if desired.
- Sip slowly and savor the comforting flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (240ml)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk. Customize your cocoa by adding flavored syrups or a sprinkle of nutmeg on top.