HAZELNUT HOT CHOCOLATE

Look for hazelnut extract—it adds a rich, deep, nutty flavor. Try dolloping with coconut cream.

MAKES: 4 cups (3 to 4 servings)

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 quart plain hazelnut milk (sweetened)
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar
• 2 teaspoons hazelnut or vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (3 teaspoons total, if vanilla extract is used above)
• 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. ADD the hazelnut milk to a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. TURN off the heat and whisk in the remaining ingredients, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to incorporate all of the melted chocolate.
3. LADLE into mugs and serve immediately.
4. IF reheating later, stir well before serving.