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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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âKnowing that this cup of coffee is waiting for me on the other side of the alarm clock makes for a great start to my morning!â âMaria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts Ingredients:
1 cup packed brown sugar |
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped |
2 orange peel strips (1 to 3 inches) |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice |
3 cups hot strong brewed coffee |
1/2 cup half-and-half cream, warmed |
optional garnishes: cinnamon sticks, orange peel and whipped cream |
Directions:
1. Place the first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until chocolate is finely chopped. Add coffee; cover and process for 1-2 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Transfer to a small saucepan; heat through.
2. Return mixture to blender; add cream. Cover and process until frothy. Strain, discarding solids; serve in mugs. Garnish with cinnamon sticks, orange peel and whipped cream if desired. Yield: 4 servings.
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