Cocoa Tea Recipe
Cocoa tea is a comforting, spiced beverage made by simmering grated cocoa with aromatic ingredients like cinnamon, bay leaf, and cloves, then enriched with milk and lightly sweetened. This recipe blends deep chocolate flavor with subtle hints of tea and warm spices, creating a smooth and soothing drink perfect for mornings or relaxing evenings.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Whisk or spoon
- Fine grater (for cocoa stick)
- Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons finely grated cocoa stick or unsweetened cocoa block
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 –2 whole cloves optional, for extra depth
- 1 cup milk whole milk, coconut milk, or evaporated milk
- 1 –2 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
Start The Base
- Heat the water in a pot until it just begins to boil. Add the grated cocoa, cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaf, and the tea bag. Let everything gently simmer for about 5 minutes so the flavors blend nicely.
Make It Creamy
- Pour in the milk and give it a good stir. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a splash of water until smooth, then add it to the pot. Keep stirring so it thickens slightly without forming lumps.
Finish It Off
- Stir in the sugar, vanilla, a pinch of salt, and nutmeg. Let it simmer for another couple of minutes. Take out the tea bag and whole spices (or strain it if you prefer a smoother drink). Serve while hot.