Description
Chocolate elixir from Mediterranean kitchens blends rich cocoa with zesty citrus notes, creating a luxurious liquid dessert. Silky chocolate meets bright orange essence, promising a delightful sensory journey that refreshes and indulges you.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate and Cocoa:
- ¼ cup dark chocolate (approximately 2 ounces / 57 grams), chopped
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 tablespoon cane sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Liquid and Citrus Components:
- 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2–3 orange peel rinds
Instructions
- Create a silky foundation by gently melting dark chocolate and almond milk in a saucepan, using medium-low heat and continuous whisking to ensure smooth integration.
- Lower the temperature and introduce cocoa powder, cane sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring consistently to develop a rich, harmonious blend.
- Infuse the mixture with vibrant citrus notes by incorporating fresh orange juice and delicate orange peel rinds, allowing the flavors to intertwine and elevate the chocolate’s depth.
- Maintain a gentle simmer, periodically stirring to prevent scorching and promote uniform heat distribution, letting the elixir develop its complex flavor profile for approximately 10 minutes.
- Transition the saucepan from heat, allowing the elixir to settle and meld its intricate flavors.
- Carefully pour the velvety chocolate concoction into warm mugs, transforming the liquid into an inviting beverage.
- Embellish with optional garnishes like airy whipped cream or delicate chocolate shavings, creating a personalized sensory experience that tantalizes both visual and gustatory senses.
Notes
- Intense chocolate flavor deepens as the mixture simmers, releasing rich aromatic notes.
- Citrus elements from orange juice and rinds brighten the decadent beverage, creating unexpected complexity.
- Low and slow heating technique ensures smooth blending without scorching delicate chocolate components.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg