Hot chocolate is a delightful sweet treat that many of us adore during the cold months of winter. As delicious as it is, the same flavour can become boring over time. Fortunately, there are a number of fantastic tips to help transform ordinary hot chocolate into something new and exciting!
 
Coffee
Considering all the chocolate and coffee combos out there, it should come as no surprise that these two compliment each other perfectly. So, the next time you can’t decide between hot chocolate and coffee, have both! Simply brew some coffee and add a couple of spoons of hot chocolate to your mug of hot coffee. Mix it properly for the flavours to blend.
 
Syrups
When you visit your favourite coffee shop, you will notice that there are a number of amazing flavoured syrups on the market. Although many people enjoy adding these to their coffee, you can also use them in hot chocolate. Some popular flavour options include vanilla, cinnamon, almond, hazelnut, and even coconut.
 
Spices
Cinnamon and nutmeg are both fantastic spice options for hot chocolate. You can even use a bit of both if you prefer. You may have noticed chilli chocolate in the store and even in speciality chocolate hampers. So, if you’re up for hot chocolate with a bit of a kick, add just a dash of cayenne pepper to your cup.
 
Mint
Mint and chocolate are also the best of friends which is why it makes sense to add mint extract to your hot chocolate. Just be careful that you don’t add too much or the mint will overpower the chocolate.
 
Truffles
Truffles are delicious all on their own but they can also spruce up any cup of hot chocolate. When you add just one truffle to a steaming cup of hot chocolate, it will melt slowly and create an even creamier result.
 
With all of these tricks up your sleeve, hot chocolate need never be boring again! It’s worthwhile experimenting with different flavours until you find the ones that satisfy your pallet. It’s also great pairing hot chocolate with other treats like biscuits. You can dunk them or simply nibble away as you slowly sip.