5-Spice Cocoa

Ingredients

• 4 cups fat-free, 2% or whole milk
• 1/2 cup chocolate syrup or dark chocolate syrup
• 2 teaspoons Chinese 5-spice powder
• whipped cream, optional
• 4 whole star anise, optional

Instructions

In medium saucepan combine milk, chocolate syrup and 5-spice powder. Cook, stirring frequently, over medium heat until hot. Do not boil.

Ladle into four 10- to 12-ounce mugs. Top with whipped cream and star anise (if desired). (If using star anise for garnish, remove it before drinking.)

Hot Cocoa Maker: In 60-ounce hot cocoa maker container combine milk, chocolate syrup and 5-spice powder. Cover and prepare according to manufacturer’s directions for high-speed heat-and-froth. Serve as directed above.

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