Hot chocolate with 100% cacao paste

A thick, lightly sweet cup made with pure cacao instead of a powdered mix. Whole milk gives the richest cup; oat or almond drink works just as well.

Makes 2 cups, in 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 40 g of 100% ceremonial cacao paste, finely chopped
• 400 ml of milk or plant-based drink
• 2 to 4 teaspoons of sugar or honey, to taste
• A pinch of cinnamon and a pinch of salt (optional)

Method

1. Chop or grate the cacao paste: the finer it is, the faster it melts.
2. Heat the milk over medium heat until it steams, without letting it boil.
3. Add the cacao and whisk for 2 to 3 minutes, until no pieces are left.
4. Sweeten, add the cinnamon and salt, and taste.
5. Whisk once more to froth it and serve straight away.

Tip: No paste at hand? Use 2 tablespoons of cacao powder per cup, stirred first into a little hot milk.