Spicy Hot Chocolate

• 4 c. skim milk
• 1/4 c. cocoa powder
• 4 - 77% Dark chocolate discs
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. cardamom
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne
• Cocoa nibs and whipped cream for garnish

Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Heat until milk is scalded or almost boiling, about 2 minutes. Mix in the cocoa powder, spices and chocolate discs and let it sit for 1 minute. Using a whisk or hand blender, whisk the mixture until frothy. Serve hot and top with whipped cream and sprinkle generously with cocoa nibs. Garnish with hot chiles, if desired.

• Yields: 4 servings
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes