São Tomé and Príncipe | Drink

Sao Tomean Hot Chocolate

A thick, rich hot chocolate made from locally grown cacao beans. Sao Tome produces some of the world's finest cacao, and this drink showcases it beautifully.

Country
São Tomé and Príncipe
Region
West Africa
Time
25 min
Serves
4
Level
easy
Recipe overview

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Sao Tome and Principe was once the world's largest cacao producer. While production has decreased, the quality of Santomean cacao remains exceptional. This hot chocolate uses raw cacao for an authentic, intense flavour.

What the dish tastes like

A thick, rich hot chocolate made from locally grown cacao beans. Sao Tome produces some of the world's finest cacao, and this drink showcases it beautifully.

When to cook it

Best for Morning drink and dessert, with a easy cooking level and about 25 minutes total.

What to serve alongside it

Bread or pastries

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Servings: 4

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How to cook it

Step-by-step instructions

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1
Heat the milk
Pour milk into a saucepan with the cinnamon stick. Heat on medium until steaming but not boiling.
Heat milk 05:00
2
Melt the chocolate
Add chopped chocolate or cacao mass to the hot milk. Stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
Use high-quality chocolate for the best result.
Melt chocolate 03:00
3
Sweeten
Add sugar and vanilla. Stir until dissolved. Continue heating for 5 minutes, whisking to create a frothy texture.
Cook chocolate 05:00
4
Serve
Remove cinnamon stick. Pour into cups and serve immediately while hot and frothy.
For extra richness, add a splash of coconut milk.

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