Aromatic Lavender-Pistachio Hot Chocolate
Lavender is used in aromatherapy for relaxation. This delectable grown-up hot chocolate treat is equally suited for drinking at the end of a stressful day or to impress your friends at your next dinner party.
Ingredients
For 4 people
- 2 1/2 cup(s) whole milk
- 12 ounce(s) shaved bittersweet chocolate
- 12 teaspoon(s) lavender
- 1/4 cup(s) roasted salted pistachios, chopped
Directions
Place lavender in a tea infuser. In a medium saucepan, bring milk to a simmer over medium-low heat. Turn off the heat, add infuser with lavender, and cover. Steep lavender for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired strength of flavor. Remove infuser of lavender. Add the chocolate to the milk and whisk vigorously until chocolate is melted and mixture froths. Pour equal amounts into 4 mugs, top each with a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 697.03 kcal
- Fibers (g): 9.75g
- Sodium (mg): 468.58mg
- Carbs: 43.82g
- Fat: 57.96g
- Saturated fat (g): 25.72g
- Proteins: 12.31g