White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa Bliss Recipe
Indulge in the luxurious White Chocolate Orange Almond Cocoa Bliss, a creamy and velvety drink that masterfully blends rich white chocolate, zesty orange, and nutty almond flavors. This delightful cocoa features a homemade orange almond white chocolate ganache complemented with warm spices and topped with whipped cream and fresh orange zest for a decadent treat perfect for cozy moments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Ganache Ingredients
- 120 g white chocolate
- 30 g almond paste
- 60 g heavy cream
- 1 large orange zest
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 0.4 g cinnamon
- 30 g orange juice
Cocoa Drink Ingredients
- 300 g oat milk or milk of choice
- 50 g orange ganache
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream
- Dusting of cinnamon (for garnish)
- Fresh orange zest (for garnish)
- 1 wedge orange (for garnish)
Instructions
- Making the Ganache: Gently melt the white chocolate and almond paste together over a double boiler. Stir occasionally until the mixture is smooth and creamy, then remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Preparing the Cream Mixture: In a small pot, combine the heavy cream, orange zest, cinnamon, and the scraped vanilla bean. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then remove from heat and let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Combining Ganache and Cream: Pour the steeped cream mixture into the melted white chocolate and almond paste. Use a hand blender to mix everything together until the ganache is consistent. Gradually blend in the orange juice until the mixture is smooth.
- Chilling the Ganache: Transfer the prepared ganache into an airtight container or bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least two hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the ganache to thicken.
- Heating the Milk: When ready to serve, gently heat the oat milk to approximately 85°C (185°F). Be sure not to boil the milk, as this can affect the texture and flavor.
- Preparing the Cocoa Drink: Take 50 g of the chilled orange ganache and blend it thoroughly with the hot milk until smooth and creamy, creating a luscious white chocolate orange almond cocoa drink.
- Serving: Pour the warm cocoa into mugs. Top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a dusting of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of fresh orange zest. Garnish with an orange wedge for a beautiful and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use a double boiler to gently melt chocolate to prevent burning or seizing.
- Do not boil the milk; heating it to 85°C / 185°F is ideal for a smooth texture.
- Refrigerate the ganache for at least two hours for best flavor and consistency before use.
- You can substitute oat milk with any milk of your choice (dairy or plant-based) based on dietary preference.
- For a more intense orange flavor, add extra fresh orange zest to the ganache or as garnish.
Keywords: white chocolate, orange, almond, cocoa, ganache, creamy drink, warm beverage, winter drink, dessert drink, whipped cream, cinnamon, vanilla
