Double Cinnamon Hot Cocoa Food

HOT CINNAMON COCOA

Steps:

• In the top of a double boiler, stir together cocoa, sugar and salt. Gradually add boiling water. Place over direct heat and boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add milk and cinnamon sticks and place over boiling water. Stir and heat 10 minutes. Remove sticks and stir in vanilla. Beat with a wire whisk to froth milk. Serve immediately.

CINNAMON HOT COCOA MIX

Steps:

• In a medium sized mixing bowl combine both sugars and whisk together. Add in cocoa, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until incorporated.
• Place mix in sealable container (glass mason jars work well) and store until ready to use.
• To use, warm milk in a mug in the microwave or in a small pot on the stovetop. Use 1-2 tablespoons of mix for every 8oz cup of milk. (This depends on your sweet tooth.) I also add in a splash of vanilla extract after I've added the mix. But that's optional. Top with marshmallows if desired and enjoy!

DOUBLE CINNAMON HOT COCOA

Steps:

• Combine the sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium low heat, whisking briskly, until combined into a smooth and glossy liquid, about 2 minutes.
• Slowly whisk in the milk until fully incorporated and slightly steaming (don't boil!). Serves four.

DOUBLE HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Heat the milk and half-and-half in a saucepan on medium heat to just below the simmering point. Remove the pan from the heat and add both chocolates. When the chocolates are melted, add the sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso and whisk vigorously. Reheat gently and serve immediately. Use a vanilla bean or cinnamon stick to garnish each serving.