How to Make Hawaiian Hot Chocolate - A Step-by-Step Guide

When you think of Hawaiian cuisine, visions of fresh fruit, seafood, and tropical flavors likely come to mind. But what about a warm, comforting beverage to enjoy alongside all of those delicious dishes? Hawaiian hot chocolate might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the islands, but it's a delightful twist on a classic favorite.

While traditional hot chocolate recipes often rely on rich, creamy milk and decadent chocolate, Hawaiian hot chocolate incorporates ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon coconut extract
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup whipped cream, or more to taste
  • ¼ cup toasted, shredded coconut

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk half-and-half, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder in a saucepan over medium-high heat until cocoa and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat when mixture begins to steam, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Whisk vanilla extract, coconut extract, and salt into cocoa mixture. Pour into glasses and top each with whipped cream and toasted coconut.
  • Nutrition

    445 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 365mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 284mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 528mg