Despite the scorching weather, I love waking up to a warm drink. Most mornings I am curled up on the couch with a book and a cup of something soothing, which fills me up until I am ready to make brunch.
Today's drink of choice is inspired by the big bar of white chocolate from the girls on the third floor... on top of the block that has been sitting in my fridge. It's good and easy and reminds me of Christmas in the middle of summer.
White Chocolate Mocha
1/2 cup chopped white chocolate (or white chocolate chips)
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream or whipping cream
1 teaspoon instant coffee
a pinch of nutmeg
In a saucepan over low heat, melt white chocolate with the milk and cream. Watch that it does not boil as the dairy products tend to curdle. Remove from heat and stir in the instant coffee. If you prefer your drink frothy, give it a few pumps in a coffee press or shake in an... uhm.. shaker. Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve. It's okay to let your local baristas miss you for a while.
This drink is great for nightcaps too. Omit the coffee if you are sensitive to caffeine.
Special thanks to Nino Hernandez and Julianne Tarroja for the photos.
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