inter is around the corner. Yay! It is getting cooler by the day. Well its sixty degrees so some of you might not think it to be much of 'winter' but that is how us south Floridians see onset of winter. lol and I totally love it. Talking about what else I love - Fridays - the best day of the week, well who doesn't huh. Waiting for five long days and nights for Friday evening is not easy. I get to go out and have lots of fun. Be it
movies, catching up with friends, eating out, shopping etc. Can watch TV late into the night no school, no office, can sleep in till late the following morning and have two full more days to relax. lol.
Wait there is more. Like the hindi movie we were watching, there has to be a twist, right? Otherwise, its just hot chocolate. While there is nothing wrong with 'just' hot chocolate, to kick an already exotic, creamy, rich, comforting and classic drink up a notch, well there's my favorite Nutella and... wait for it... yes... red chillies. You will not believe the subtle kick the red chilli adds to a hot and sweet chocolate drink. You have to try it to believe for yourselves.
Milk ................................. 2 cups (I use 2%)
Nutella .............................. 4-5 tbsp
Coco powder ...................... 1 tbsp (unsweetened)
Whole red chilli .................. 2
Cinnamon stick .................... 1 inch
1. Combine milk, cocoa powder, chilli, cinnamon and nutella in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat. Whisk until hot and nutella melts. Lower the heat and simmer for 5-6 minutes. Discard the chilli and cinnamon serve hot. ENJOY!
Notes:
1. I sometimes add a quarter tsp of instant coffee powder to enhance the chocolate flavor even more.
2. You can substitute whole red chilli with chilli powder n cinnamon with ground cinnamon.
77 comments:
ohhh...droooooling here...very innovative n tempting chocolate drink..wonderful clicks dear...
Ohh my! you are killing me! that look soo soo delicious and a hard to beat combination.
Wow! Red chillies! Sounds very interesting, will try... The pics are mouth watering...
WOW!!!!!!!! this looks so yummy and delicious...heared that chocolate and chillies go well together, but never tried that combo b4... now gotto try this...lovely
Very interesting n yummy yum sipping recipe with a real twist..will try this version,never tried chillies with chocolate flavor!!Looks perfect with marshmallows..
To drool ....yum yum
Innovative idea................so cool preparation
Perfect for a cold winter evening - couldn't have agreed more with you Aipi:)And the clicks are absolutely marvelous!
what can beat nutella hot chocolate?! wow this looks so warm and inviting right now. a touch of chili is so neat! :D
Loved the chilli twist
oooooooh makes me drooooool :)
I luv hot chocolate,wud luv to try spiced one,it brings much pleasure for this winter..
Looks awesome...I'm a total Hot chocolate fanatic...had one just today! This looks cool n with the spicy kick i'm sure its simply superb.
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manju
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Creamy chocolately and yummy...nutella with spiced sounds interesting
That looks really great , I am huge fan of Nutella and I literally hoard it at home..I would love to try this one..thanks for sharing
perfect drink for winter :)
Hmmm.yummy chocolate. Very healthy also.
Looks yummm Aipi...a nice twist to the hot chocolate.Have to try the chilli effect. Nice presentation and pics as always.
simply awesome...how lovely is the chilli...
Lovely spiced chocolate drink..such a good recipe for cold winter days!!!
Shema GeorgeLifeScoops
That's a wonderful twist to the regular hot chocolate...Beautiful clicks
slurrrrrrrrrrrrrp lip smacking and tempting.
indu srinivasan
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I am drooling at the pictures, so so delicious with the macaroon on top!
chocolate and chilli !! must have been a delectable combo, for sure !
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Mmmhhh, that is a sinfully delicious drink! I love the addition of chili and cinnamon.
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Rosa
Unique recipe..looks great. Adding of chillies is a sure twist.
oh yes, this is something I would love to have now! It's COLD.
adding chilli sounds interesting dear....
love to have a sip :)
Mouth watering....want to grab it right now...perfect for the season....
Ahhh...perfect for a chilly winter.. :)
Prathima Rao
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this is something new to me.....gud one dear
Omg, mindblowing spiced hot chocolate, seriously feel like having it.
Such an unusual combo but so tempting and really worth to try!
Super delicious nutella hot chocolate,looks so inviting.
Anything with Nutella catches my eye.and with red chilies.Girl,you rock! for bringing out new flavor combinations.this is a must try.I tried your nutella coffee smoothie and fell in love with it.
This my kids will love. Will make it for them on friday as you say.Thanks
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Oh! How i wish to get all cosy now and dip myself in that heavenly bliss! Truly wonderful!
Thats innovative!!! I still cannot believe red chillies in chocolate milk..have to try this soon ...thats sure is a kick..
Muskaan
Looks divine,absolutely love it,adding chilly sounds unique..will try this..
This looks fantastic, lovely combo.
Awee..chilli in my chocolate drink..have had chocolates with chilli flakes and loved it. This must be wonderful as well.
Yum Yum.. sounds so flavorful.. love this combo.. and yeah, it is perfect for this weather!
Aipi
So perfect for the Holidays:)Sounds phenomenal with that spicy kick and the smooth creaminess of nutella!!
Fabulous...
hmm.. yummy yummy ;)
Perfect for cold nights. Oh nutella hot chocolate, hummmm yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm :)))
Love the chilli picture. This should be a killer combo :)
uh-oh ... chocolate & red chili, really?!? umm ummm ummm .... interesting combination I know but kinda hesitant, may be should try on my husband, hehe :P
btw just wondering, are those marshmallows vegetarian (without gelatin?)?!
Spusht
That looks a perfect hot drink for the cool evenings!
hi this drink really remind n=me of winter but ur addition of red chilli is unique. as always pic and write up is super
Sounds divine, and I love the combination of chili and chocolate (not to mention Nutella). Gorgeous photos too.
I didn't have any dried chiles so I used a dash of cayenne. It was heavenly.
great combo! luv it! i usually make it without chilly since its for kids, nutella is a staple at our house :)
Man I got to get some nutella, your post here was very inspiring.
wow that's amazing dear,all ur recipes are very unique...totally love this...
Wow..now that's innovative! I am a big fan of sweet and spicy combinations. I'll definitely try this.
You are gettnig crazier girl...too much chocolate in your dreams...and another nutella fan!!! You i nvent so many ways to have you chocolate girl! Chillies and chocolate - an age old sinful combo...spicy and sweet...Keep rocking.
Shobha
hi aipi, 60 degrees is just fine.. great friday to go round and do home errands and eating out with family, gardening and cleaning on saturday, relax on sunday- ready fresh for mondays til thursdays.
red chillies and hot choclate...hv never heard of this combo:-) glad u posted ...will deftly try !
I love nutella,...and this looks so Awesome!
ooh la la- hot n sweet combo for the chocolate drink is wow- am inviting myself over
I am a big fan of chocolates with chilli and I am drooling over your spiced up hot chocolate.
This sounds wonderful! With the zing from the chilli and the delicious Nutella, it must taste delicious. Can't wait to try it:)
What an interesting twist to the nutella chocolate drink,Aipi!!! I love spiced up chocolates,and the pictures are driving me insane:( and it is definitely much less than 60 here on the east coast,I can totally have a glass of this and watch a movie too;)
This is FANTASTIC! I love hot chocolate and I've heard that of chilies in it, but never tried it. I bet it's amazing! Terrific recipe...thanks for sharing!
I totally love Lindt Chilli chocolate! This hot choc drink with chillies would be awesome, I know!! :)
Awwww...what an unconventionally amazing combo!
I truly agree with you that nothing could be better than this on a Friday night watching a hindi movie with your loved ones...I definitely do need to give this a try. :)
Thats a sinfully inviting drink. Love it :-)
hoho...I love anything with nutella now a days. It is supereasy and can't wait to try this. Is that a marshmallow at the top?
@ Uma ~ yes dear, they are mini marshmallows, do try the recipe I know you will love it :)
Hi
Thanks for visiting my blog and adding your comment. This is sinfully delicious drink. I love nutella and ferroro rocher. Will let you know after I make this this weekend :-)
Roshni
aipi, I tried it yesterday. It was heavenly. Now I have to stop myself from making it everyday. Check my blog out. Could not get photos as great as yours. But will keep trying.
http://arusuvai-kurippu.blogspot.com/2011/11/spiced-nutella-hot-chocolate.html
in india we have full cream milk, toned milk and double toned milk..plz tell me which one shall i use!!!
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You can use full cream milk for a more richer taste or toned milk as I have used here.Double toned milk will make the drink taste watery. Hope that helps :)
thanks for ansering my query..now i have another!!
if i do use chilli powder instead of chilli..how much then? 1 teaspoon??
That entirely depends on how much heat you want, you can use anywhere between 1/4 to 1 tsp of chilli powder.
i made this yesterday night...used chilli powder instead of chillies..and it turned out quite nice..me loved the kick in the aftertaste of every sip...hubby though did not like the chilli kick...so next time..will make for him without the chillies....my experience on this will be coming up in a post soon!!
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