Description
A cozy, warm drink combining rich dark chocolate and vibrant matcha green tea, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (72% cacao or higher)
- 2 cups milk or milk alternative (almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 2 tsp matcha green tea powder
- 1–2 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or sugar)
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Warm the milk in the same saucepan until it is warm but not boiling.
- Incorporate the matcha in a small bowl with a splash of hot water, whisking until smooth.
- Add the matcha mixture to the warm chocolate milk, stirring thoroughly to combine.
- Pour into mugs and enjoy, optionally garnished with cinnamon or whipped cream.
Notes
Sift matcha powder before whisking to avoid lumps. Adjust sweetness based on your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: matcha, hot chocolate, cozy drink, autumn beverage, easy recipe