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How To Make The Best Haitian Hot Chocolate

You’re in for a real treat with this deep, dark, rich Haitian Hot Chocolate (chocolat chaud or chocola peyi) drink. No need for cocoa powder!
Course Drinks
Cuisine Haitian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 Cups
Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

  • Stove
  • Pan

Ingredients

  • 6 Cups Water
  • ½ Tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 6 Star Anise
  • 3 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 2 Haitian Cocoa Balls
  • 1 Can Carnation Milk (12 FL. Oz.)
  • ½ Cup Sugar Or To Taste
  • 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
  • 2 Tbsp. Butter (Unsalted) Optional
  • Lemon Peel Or Zest Optional

Instructions

  • Start by boiling the water, salt, star anise, and cinnamon sticks over medium high heat. The water should be medium to dark brown before adding in the chocolate. The water will also reduce by half at this point. 
    Add the Haitian chocolate and reduce the heat to medium low. Use a spoon to help you break the chocolate balls. Once the chocolate has completely broken down, you will notice the water is darker. This is exactly what you want. Don’t panic! 
    Let it simmer for at least 5-7 minutes and remove the water from the stove to drain. 
    steps to make Haitian hot cocoa drink
  • Use a mesh sieve or cheesecloth, if possible, to strain the liquid. Haitian dark chocolate is very grainy once broken down; therefore, it will make it impossible for you to truly enjoy your drink if you leave the residue.
    Transfer the liquid back to the pan over medium low heat and add in the carnation milk, sugar, vanilla extract, butter, and lemon peel. 
    Allow to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes on low heat. Before serving strain again if necessary to remove additional chocolate residue. Enjoy with bread or as is. 
    steps to make Haitian Hot Chocolate

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