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Spicy Hot Chocolate Mocha – Coffee, cocoa, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and nutmeg come together in this delicious Spicy Hot Chocolate Mocha drink.
Make your own mocha at home, and never have to stop at Starbucks again!
Don’t wanna be the one to break this to you, (your computer probably beat me to it) but today is October 1.
That means that we are officially done with Summer. At least that’s how I feel. September is still a big part of Summer for me. But, October is definitely Fall. Yesterday I decorated my home to fit the Fall/Harvest theme. My house is all brown and orange… my husband kinda rolled his eyes when he saw… whatevs! I also put a couple of scarecrows in the front yard – they are so cute!
Do you decorate according to the seasons? I find that it helps me enjoy the time that much more. Is it just me?!
Another question; have you ever made something food-related and didn’t know what the heck to call it?! That was me and this extremely magnificent, stunning little hotness of a drink! Spicy Hot Chocolate Mocha seems fitting, but it took me a good 20 minutes to decide on it.
I often go to my kitchen counter, bring out the guns, a.k.a. brown sugar, sugar, coffee, chocolate chips, butter, etc… – and get to work. Recipe development is my FAVE! I enjoy watching ingredients come together, making something as wonderful as a cookie, a cake, or even a drink.
Hot Chocolate Mocha
There are many ways to make a mocha, but this will teach you how to make a delicious winter coffee drink.
While I was in the middle of producing this concoction, I realized that my love for coffee is SO BIG that I could not go on with making this spicy hot chocolate without throwing a tablespoon of cawfee in there. I, just, could.not.do.it.
Obsessed!? You think?!? Naaaaaah! I just need to be awake!
If you are still trying to get over this whole Summer-thing being ova, try embracing Fall with a cup of this deliciousness. For reals. It will blow you away!
Okay, so it might not literally blow you away, but I think you will love it! If you don’t love it enough, then just throw a shot of bourbon in it… you will start loving everything around you, not just the drink… 🙂 While you’re at it, you can also try my other Hot Chocolate drink – Spiked Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate – that one is BEYOND!
ENJOY!
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Spicy Hot Chocolate Mocha
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons good quality cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- Whipped Cream
- Marshmallows
- mini chocolate chips
- Chocolate Syrup
- Caramel Syrup
Instructions
- Place all ingredients, except the toppings, in a medium-sized saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, constantly whisking, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
- Pour into two coffee cups or glasses and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, mini chocolate chips, chocolate syrup and caramel syrup.
- Serve.
Nutrition
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
I would love to try this. 🙂 You are tempting me with that drip of chocolate on the mug… YUM!
Mmmm your hot chocolate looks so good with all those toppings!
This is gorgeous!!!
This mocha looks fabulous Kate!
This looks even better than my beloved Biggby butter bear latte!!
I’ve been hesitant to buy instant coffee, but I think I’m convinced that I need good instant coffee (if you have a brand you like, let me know!) so that I can make this!! If I can drink this everyday, I’ll be happy this fall. 🙂
Hi Nami! I recommend Nescafe! That’s my favorite instant coffee – it tastes SO GOOD!
This hot chocolate sounds amazing! With the leaves falling and a bitter chill in the air, I’m making this, this weekend! Yum!
Did you say spicy hot chocolate mocha?! Need this in my life!
How could one say no to this after looking at those pictures! What a mocha! I love the idea of adding a shot of bourbon. This will be a great drink for the trip to the mountains this weekend. It’s suppose to snow. Thanks!
MJ, that sounds like an awesome adventure!! Have FUN!
I totally get into the holiday decorating around here but I’ve been so busy that all I’ve done is pull out the plastic containers which are still just sitting in my living room!
I’m loving this spiced hot chocolate idea. Sounds warm and cozy!