FROTHY MEXI-MOCHA COFFEE

Frothy Mexi-Mocha Coffee image

Knowing that this cup of coffee is waiting for me on the other side of the alarm clock makes for a great start to my morning! -Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup packed brown sugar
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 orange peel strips (1 to 3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cups hot strong brewed coffee
1/2 cup half-and-half cream, warmed
Optional garnishes: cinnamon sticks, orange peel and whipped cream

Steps:

Place the first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until chocolate is finely chopped. Add coffee; cover and process for 1-2 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Transfer to a small saucepan; heat through., Return mixture to blender; add cream. Cover and process until frothy. Strain, discarding solids; serve in mugs. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.