Matcha Hot Chocolate with Cacao Recipe
Indulge in a warm, comforting Matcha Hot Chocolate with Cacao, combining the earthy notes of matcha green tea with rich dark chocolate and cacao powder. This cozy beverage is perfect for chilly days and is easily customizable with your choice of milk. Enjoy a creamy, frothy treat that blends antioxidants from matcha and antioxidants from dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Matcha Mixture
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
Hot Chocolate Base
- 3/4 cup whole milk or milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cacao powder (or substitute cocoa powder)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (for frothing, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Matcha: Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to remove any lumps, then whisk together with 1/4 cup of hot water until smooth and frothy. Set aside.
- Heat Milk: Pour 3/4 cup of milk into a small saucepan over medium heat. If you do not have a milk frother, use all of the milk in this step.
- Add Flavors: Bring the milk to a gentle simmer, then add dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and cacao powder. Whisk continuously until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is well combined, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from heat.
- Combine Matcha and Chocolate: Pour the prepared matcha mixture into the hot chocolate base. Whisk thoroughly to blend the flavors and create a uniform drink.
- Froth Milk (Optional): If you have a milk frother, use the remaining 1/4 cup of milk and froth it on the warm setting until light and foamy.
- Serve: Pour the matcha hot chocolate into a mug. Top with the frothed milk if using and enjoy your warm, comforting beverage.
Notes
- Use your preferred milk such as almond, oat, or soy for a dairy-free version.
- Sweeten to taste with sugar, honey, or a sweetener of choice if desired.
- For a stronger matcha flavor, increase the amount of matcha powder slightly.
- Be careful not to overheat the milk to avoid boiling, which can alter the flavor.
- If you don’t have a milk frother, vigorously whisking the milk before pouring can create some foam.
Keywords: Matcha hot chocolate, cacao hot chocolate, warm matcha drink, chocolate green tea, cozy beverage
