Magical Mushroom Hot Chocolate with Hojicha Whipped Cream
Hojicha Whipped Cream
Makes 1½ cups
Ingredients:
- 1 can (400 ml) organic coconut cream (chilled overnight)
- 1½ tsp Matcha Matcha Hojicha
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (or organic powdered sugar)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- (Optional but helpful): 1 tsp arrowroot powder or organic cornstarch — helps stabilize
Step 1: Chill
- Chill the coconut cream overnight. Do not shake the can.
- Open and scoop out only the thick cream at the top. Save the liquid for smoothies or discard.
Step 2: Make the Hojicha Paste
- In a small bowl, mix Hojicha powder with 1 tsp warm water to create a smooth paste. This prevents clumping.
Step 3: Whip It
- In a cold mixing bowl, whip the coconut cream with a hand mixer on medium-high until fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Add the Hojicha paste, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Optionally, sift in arrowroot or cornstarch for extra hold.
- Whip again until fully blended and soft peaks form.
Step 4: Chill Again (Optional but Recommended)
- Chill the finished whipped cream for 15–30 minutes before serving. It holds up better on hot beverages this way.
To Serve:
- Spoon or pipe a generous dollop onto your hot chocolate just before serving.
- Optionally dust with more hojicha powder or shaved dark chocolate.
Magical Mushroom Hot Chocolate
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoons Little Bird Magical Mushroom Drinking Chocolate
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup Otis Oat milk
Instructions:
Place the drinking chocolate and maple syrup into a large mug or matcha bowl and combine with ¼ cup of hot water, stirring until combined and the chocolate chunks have dissolved.
Steam or heat your milk using a coffee machine or milk frother. Alternatively, heat 1 cup of milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking/burning. Then whisk until you get some froth to it.
Pour the milk on-top of the hot chocolate mixture and enjoy this warm delicious drink with a generous dollop of Hojicha whipped cream!