It’s cold outside, and that cold is getting inside too. It’s time for that hot, sweet, delicious, winter beverage. Have you ever wondered about the difference between hot cocoa and hot chocolate? Some people agree that they are the same thing. However, I believe that they are different.
According to An Educated Palate, hot chocolate and hot cocoa are two unique drinks with different histories. Neither is better than the other in whole, but may be according to personal preference. Find out more about the differences at http://aneducatedpalate.wordpress.com/2011/01/04/hot-chocolate-vs-hot-cocoa/
You can try it out for yourself!
Here is a hot chocolate recipe
HOT CHOCOLATE
Makes 1 serving – scale up the quantity for additional servings
- 4 tablespoons cream
- 6 ounces milk
- 1 ounce semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped or grated
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: whipped cream or mini marshmallows for garnish
Put the cream, milk and sugar into a small saucepan and heat to a simmer. Add the chocolate and heat until melted, stirring constantly. Add the vanilla extract snd heat for an additional few seconds. Ladle the hot chocolate into a mug and garnish if desired.
And here is a hot cocoa recipe
HOT COCOA
Makes 1 serving – scale up the quantity for additional servings
- 2 teaspoons dutched cocoa powder ( we prefer dutched process cocoa because we feel that these cocoa powders have a deeper flavor, darker color and a smoother texture that blends flawlessly in hot beverages.)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons cream, not heated
- 6 ounces boiling water
Optional: whipped cream or mini marshmallows for garnish
Place the cocoa powder and sugar into a mug and mix well. Add the cream and stir into a smooth paste. Add the boiling water and stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Ladle the hot cocoa into a mug and garnish if desired.
These recipes are taken from http://aneducatedpalate.wordpress.com/2011/01/04/hot-chocolate-vs-hot-cocoa/
