11.23.2008

chestnuts roasting.... over hot chocolate

Photobucket Chestnut hot chocolate is for the chestnut connoisseur. The chocolate is not too overpowering, as to prevent the flavour of the chestnuts from singing through. Orange blossom honey helps to round out the flavours, by adding a slightly floral element. This is a welcome addition to satiate my hot chocolate cravings. Chestnut Hot Chocolate (serves 1-2) 1 cup whole milk 10 unsweetened chestnuts, jarred 20 g 70% dark chocolate, chopped 1 tbsp orange blossom honey 1. In a blender, combine the milk and chestnuts until smooth. 2. Heat the milk and chestnut mixture in a small saucepan, on low heat, until bubbles begin to form around the edge. 3. Add the dark chocolate, and whisk until combined. 4. Mix in the honey, until well combined, and remove from heat. Serve immediately.

28 comments:

Anonymous said...

This looks delicious and you're right, perfect for those cravings!
Ronell

Anonymous said...

Oh dear, you're killing me with all this hot chocolate! I don't think I can resist =)

gail said...

hehe - well as long as cravings don't kill anyone!

Alexa said...

This sounds like a wonderful and unusual combination... I'll have to get some jarred chestnut to try it out. I'm sure it's delicious.

Reeni said...

Very inventive! YUM!

Anonymous said...

You are the hot chocolate master Gail!!

Anonymous said...

Orange really goes with chocolate and chestnut. Lovely drink!

thetinybikegirl said...

It looks delicious. Chestnuts are one of my favorite things in confectionery. Do you think it'd work with roasted chestnuts whizzed to a smooth puree in the absence of jarred ones?

LizNoVeggieGirl said...

STUNNING food photographs!!

Thank you for visiting my blog!! :-)

gail said...

Priscilla - I think the flavour would be fabulous! Perhaps soak the chestnuts in water for a couple hours to soften them, or just puree them excessively? hehe

gail said...

VeggieGirl - thank you! And likewise :)

Rachel J said...

What an incredible combination for the holiday. BRAVO Ms. Pink Peppercorn. This deserves at least a Nobel Peace Prize! :)

Anonymous said...

This looks delicious, I love the flavor of chestnuts.
I actually roasted chestnuts over the weekend for a maple chestnut mousse!

Anonymous said...

I have never seen this combination before and can't wait to try it! But was wondering...could you swap the milk for skimmed milk or even soy milk?

Jo said...

This does look yummy but I've never had hot choc and chestnuts. But I can see the co-relation though!

gail said...

jenn - I'm sure you could use either, but with skim... I don't want to miss the point! It should be rich and luscious.

I also tend to feel more satisfied, as it is much richer, with the whole milk. Skim, 1%, or 2% just don't do it for me :)

I'm sure the flavour will still be good, especially with the right soy. Skim, would probably be pushing it too far.

test it comm said...

I really like the sound of chestnut hot chocolate.

Anonymous said...

This looks way, way too good.

Yum.

gail said...

Lainie - thanks for stopping by! Glad to hear the kind words :)

Cheryl Arkison said...

Ooh, nice combination. What about a mint hot chocolate?

gail said...

getting there!

Anonymous said...

Thank you for replying me so quickly! I'm going to take your advice try using soy! xoxo

Anonymous said...

Delicious and sophisticated drink for these cold days!

Anonymous said...

What a combination of flavors, layer upon layer.

Anonymous said...

The visual is so beautiful, I've saved it as my background.

gail said...

Missy - glad you like it!!

Premyscakes said...

that sounds interesting, will try it out soon.

Ela said...

looks yummy. i bet it taste so good!

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