Dark Chocolate Spiced Orange Coffee Recipe
This spiced Dark Chocolate Orange Coffee is a luxurious winter beverage that combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate ganache with a zesty orange-infused milk, topped with a spicy chipotle kick. Perfectly crafted with espresso and finished with a dehydrated orange slice garnish, it’s a delightful twist on your classic mocha, ideal for cozy mornings or festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Orange Infused Milk
- 1 Cup Milk
- ½ Zested Orange
Spiced Dark Chocolate Ganache
- ⅔ cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Zested Orange
- ⅔ cup Dark Chocolate
- ¼ teaspoon Spiced Chipotle Powder
Spiced Orange Mocha
- 2 shots Espresso
- 2 Tablespoons Spiced Dark Chocolate Ganache
- ⅔ cup Orange Infused Milk
- 1 Dehydrated Orange Slice for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Orange Infused Milk: Warm the milk in a saucepan until it reaches a light simmer. Add the orange zest and allow it to infuse for 30 minutes to absorb the citrus aroma. After infusion, remove the orange zest and chill the milk in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Make Spiced Dark Chocolate Ganache: In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and orange zest, bringing it to a gentle simmer without boiling. Meanwhile, place the dark chocolate and spiced chipotle powder in a bowl. Pour the warm cream mixture over the chocolate and chipotle, stirring continuously until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- Prepare Spiced Orange Mocha: Pour two shots of freshly brewed espresso into your serving mug, then add two tablespoons of the spiced dark chocolate ganache. Whisk them together until smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble the Drink: Heat the orange-infused milk, using a milk frother if available to create a creamy texture. Pour the steamed milk over the espresso and ganache mixture in the mug.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing your spiced orange mocha with a dehydrated orange slice. Serve immediately and enjoy the harmonious blend of spicy, citrus, and chocolate flavors.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fresh orange zest and dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.
- If you don’t have an espresso machine, strong brewed coffee can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the chipotle powder quantity according to your spice preference.
- Chilling the orange-infused milk before frothing improves its texture and flavor.
- This recipe serves one but can be easily doubled for more servings.
