Cinnamon-Orange Infused Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream

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A cozy hot chocolate drink infused with bright orange zest and warming cinnamon, topped with a fluffy homemade whipped cream. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together whole milk, bittersweet chocolate chips, granulated sugar for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Cocktails cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups whole milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling (around 180°F), about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 oz bittersweet chocolate chips, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tsp freshly grated orange zest to the milk. Whisk continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and hot, about 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: In a chilled bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy cream with 1 tbsp powdered sugar and 1/4 tsp vanilla extract on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  4. Step 4: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top each with a generous dollop of the whipped cream. Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon or a small strip of orange zest if desired.

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