The benefits are undoubtedly important, but we should not forget about enjoyment. We offer you several recipes for aromatic drinks based on the combination of cocoa and coffee.
Recipe No. 1. Coffee with Cocoa – Preparation in a Turk
Ingredients
1 cup freshly brewed coffee
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 tablespoon white sugar (optional, can be replaced with brown sugar)
2 tablespoons milk (preferably 2% fat)
Preparation
1. Brew coffee in a turk and immediately pour it into a cup, not filling it to the brim to leave space for the other ingredients.
2. Add cocoa and sugar to the cup, stir well.
Pour in two tablespoons of milk or a little more to taste. Your homemade mocha is ready.
Recipe No. 2. Coffee with Cocoa - Step-by-Step Brewing
Ingredients
1 teaspoon bitter cocoa
2 teaspoons finely ground coffee
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
2 tablespoons whipped cream
300 ml boiling water
100 ml milk
Preparation
1. In a saucepan, heat the milk with vanilla sugar until boiling. Then add cocoa and regular sugar, stir and keep on low heat.
2. In a separate container (turk), brew the coffee, and after 2-3 minutes, combine it with the milk mixture.
3. Pour the contents of both containers into a pre-warmed cup.
4. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder.
Recipe No. 3. Instant Coffee with Cocoa and Chocolate
Ingredients
10 g instant coffee
250 ml water
¼ tablespoon cocoa
⅛ cup milk
5 g grated chocolate
sugar with cinnamon – for sprinkling, optional.
Preparation
1. Place coffee and cocoa at the bottom of the cup, pour boiling water over it.
2. In a separate glass, heat the milk, add a teaspoon of warm water and froth it with a milk frother.
3. Decorate the coffee and cocoa mixture with thick foam, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, and grated chocolate.
Recipe No. 4. Instant Coffee with Cocoa, Cinnamon, and Rum
If you want to treat yourself to something more sophisticated, this recipe is for you. This drink will not only lift your spirits but also serve as a great dessert alternative.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons instant coffee (or brewed)
1 teaspoon dark strong cocoa (can be replaced with powdered chocolate)
1-2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional, can use regular sugar or honey)
1/3 teaspoon cinnamon
a small amount of hot water
optional 1-2 teaspoons of rum
cold milk – the amount depends on the size of the glass (if using heated milk, it will make a delicious warm drink)
additionally – toppings to taste, such as powdered chocolate, chocolate or vanilla ice cream, whipped cream.
Preparation
1. Boil water. In a tall glass, place sugar, coffee, cinnamon, and cocoa, mix well and pour in a small amount of hot water to dissolve the ingredients.
2. If you want to add rum, do it now, then pour in the milk – cold or hot. Stir – your drink is ready.
You can decorate coffee with cocoa with grated chocolate, whipped cream, and other toppings.
Recipe No. 5. Coffee with Cocoa and Cinnamon (for Diabetics and Others)
Ingredients
1 heaping teaspoon of coffee
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon regular cocoa
1/2 teaspoon xylitol (optional, for those who like it sweet)
milk – regular or lactose-free.
Preparation
1. In a glass, place coffee, cinnamon, and cocoa, pour boiling water up to 4/5 of the height of the vessel.
2. After 2-3 minutes, add milk and, if desired, sugar, and stir well.
This drink will be a great start to the day. The cocoa content helps compensate for the loss of magnesium, which is washed out of the body by coffee, and cinnamon helps lower blood sugar levels, which may rise slightly after a hearty breakfast. Adding birch sugar will not affect blood sugar levels, making this drink suitable for diabetics.
Recipe No. 6. Romanian Coffee with Cocoa in a Turk
A classic version of coffee with cocoa, prepared in a turk and without milk. It invigorates wonderfully and can replace your morning cup of regular coffee.
Ingredients
ground coffee – 6 g (1 heaping teaspoon);
cocoa – 2 g (0.5 teaspoon without a heap);
water – 100 ml;
salt – 1 pinch;
sugar (including vanilla) – to taste.
Preparation
1. In a dry turk (cezve), place coffee and cocoa, add sugar and salt, and mix.
2. Pour in 2 tablespoons of cold water. Bring the remaining water to a boil in a separate container.
3. Grind the mixture in the turk into a homogeneous mass, small bubbles should appear on the surface.
4. Add boiling water, stir. Place on the stove over low heat.
5. As soon as the foam begins to rise, remove the turk from the heat without letting it boil.
6. Let the coffee with cocoa steep in the turk for 3-4 minutes (until the grounds settle at the bottom), then optionally add vanilla sugar and pour the drink into a cup.
7. Serve with a dessert spoon for easier enjoyment of the cocoa foam.
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