Truffled Hot Chocolate Melt Recipe: Cardamom-Spiced Dark Chocolate with Dark Pistachio Truffles
Transport your taste buds with this exotic and indulgent Cardamom-Spiced Dark Chocolate hot chocolate. The richness of 62% dark chocolate is beautifully enhanced by the floral, fragrant flavour of cardamom, while Prestat’s Dark Pistachio Truffles melt into the drink, adding a smooth and nutty finish. Perfect for those looking to elevate their hot chocolate experience with a touch of spice and sophistication.
Ingredients
(Serves 2)
- 400ml whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
- 80g Prestat 62% Dark Chocolate Flakes
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom (or 3-4 whole cardamom pods, lightly crushed)
- 2 Prestat Dark Pistachio Truffles
- 1 tbsp sugar or honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- Crushed pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Method
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Infuse the Milk
In a medium saucepan, gently heat the milk over medium heat. Add the ground cardamom (or whole cardamom pods) and stir occasionally, letting the cardamom infuse into the milk for about 5 minutes. Do not let the milk boil. -
Melt the Chocolate
Once the milk is warm and infused with cardamom, lower the heat and remove the cardamom pods (if using whole pods). Stir in Prestat’s 62% Dark Chocolate Flakes, whisking until they melt completely into the milk, creating a smooth, rich base. -
Add the Truffles
Drop in the Prestat Dark Pistachio Truffles and stir gently until they melt fully into the hot chocolate, adding a creamy, nutty depth to the drink. -
Sweeten (Optional)
Taste the hot chocolate, and if desired, add sugar or honey to reach your preferred level of sweetness. -
Serve and Garnish
Pour the cardamom-spiced hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with crushed pistachios for an extra touch of nutty texture and elegance.
Serving Suggestion
Pair this exotic hot chocolate with pistachio biscotti or cardamom-spiced cookies for a perfect complement to its fragrant and nutty flavours.
