Hot Chocolate Recipe: Hazelnut and Cinnamon Autumn Hot Chocolate

For those who love the nutty sweetness of hazelnut combined with the warmth of cinnamon, this Hazelnut and Cinnamon Hot Chocolate is a deliciously indulgent way to embrace autumn. Made with Rococo’s 62% hot chocolate flakes, hazelnut milk (or hazelnut syrup), and a sprinkle of cinnamon, this drink offers a perfect balance of rich chocolate and cosy flavours.

Ingredients:

• 250ml hazelnut milk (or your preferred milk, with 2 tablespoons hazelnut syrup added)
• 3 tablespoons Rococo’s 62% hot chocolate flakes
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
• Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
• Crushed hazelnuts (for garnish)
• Extra cinnamon (for dusting)

Method:

1. Warm the hazelnut milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the hazelnut milk over medium heat until it’s warm, but not boiling. If you’re using regular milk, stir in the hazelnut syrup at this stage.
2. Melt the chocolate flakes: Add Rococo’s 62% hot chocolate flakes to the milk, whisking continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add the cinnamon: Stir in the ground cinnamon, making sure it’s evenly distributed throughout the drink. The warmth of the cinnamon will bring out the nutty sweetness of the hazelnut and complement the richness of the chocolate.
4. Sweeten to taste: If you prefer a sweeter hot chocolate, stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar, or adjust according to your taste.
5. Serve: Pour the hazelnut and cinnamon hot chocolate into a mug. Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence, then sprinkle with crushed hazelnuts and a dusting of cinnamon for a beautiful finishing touch.

Customisations and Tips:

• Non-Dairy Options: Hazelnut milk is naturally dairy-free, but feel free to substitute with almond or oat milk, adding hazelnut syrup for flavour.
• Extra Nutty Flavour: For an even stronger hazelnut flavour, add an extra tablespoon of hazelnut syrup or a dash of hazelnut liqueur for a grown-up twist.

The Perfect Autumn Indulgence

This Hazelnut and Cinnamon Hot Chocolate is the perfect cosy drink to curl up with on chilly autumn afternoons. The combination of Rococo’s rich chocolate, creamy hazelnut, and warming cinnamon creates a drink that feels decadent yet comforting – the perfect indulgence to share with friends or enjoy as a solo treat.