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Recipes
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Written by Theresa
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Monday, 21 January 2008 19:00 |
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I hate winter. The only thing that seems to cheer me up during the sub-zero, grey days of January is hot cocoa.
Now I am not talking about the trans fat laden crap that is available. I am talking about the stuff of the Mayan gods. Here is how I make it.
1 Tbsp cocoa powder *
2 tsp maple syrup
6 oz boiling water
2 oz milk
*cocoa powder is dried ground dark chocolate if you buy the right one. “Dutch processed” means that it uses an alkaline to remove the bitterness. Guess what? The bitterness is the good for you part. You need to search to find a cocoa powder that is not Dutch processed. I found one and it isn’t the high end organic fair trade brand, it’s the no name brand. Go figure, the cheap one is better for me.
Use a whisk or a fork to blend together the cocoa powder and the maple syrup in a large mug. This step takes a little bit of work but it is crucial as it will make the final product frothy. Pour boiling water into the mug and stir. Stir in milk.
Take mug in two hands (cause your fingers are freezing, too, admit it) and inhale. Take a break and enjoy knowing that you are doing something good for your body and soul. Then book a vacation to where the real Mayans lived if only in your mind.
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