The Nespresso gadget you need to increase the temperature of your hot chocolate

The comfort you feel on a cold evening as you sit on the couch and warm your hands around a large cup of hot chocolate is unbeatable. Hot chocolate, a drink with a very rich history, adds a special charm to the colder months of the year, and is most satisfying when prepared and enjoyed in the cozy comfort of your own home. There are a few different ways to prepare this spirit-warming drink – on the stovetop, in the microwave, or with a special Nespresso gadget that may already be in your kitchen: the Barista Milk Frother, also known as the Barista Recipe Maker.

This stand-alone milk frother will prepare perfect, silky hot chocolate in just three minutes. It allows you to use real chocolate, which we think is universally the best way to make hot chocolate. Provides the richest chocolate flavor and creamiest texture. All you need to do is put a few chocolate cubes into the frother along with the milk. As the milk heats and froths, the chocolate will melt and mix with it, creating a dreamy, creamy and frothy hot chocolate. But don’t worry, this process also works with cocoa or cocoa powder if that’s more your style.

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Hot chocolate made easy (and frothy)

To say that the Nespresso Barista Milk Frother will impress lovers of smart technology is an understatement. It is equipped with a touch screen, connects to the Nespresso application on your phone via Bluetooth and allows you to choose between various recipes for hot drinks, including hot chocolate. The app includes full recipe instructions and guides you through them step by step, so it’s basically your personal barista assistant. It’s a great choice if you don’t want to buy disposable gadgets, considering you can prepare over 20 recipes, both hot and cold. The frother is small and easy to carry, convenient to take with you when traveling and the opportunity to participate in chocolate drinking traditions around the world.

You can enhance your hot chocolate by flavoring it with spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or gingerbread spice. You can also balance the flavor with a little vanilla essence or give a rich dark chocolate drink just the right kick with a little chili powder. Speaking of kicking things up, another creative way to warm up in the winter is to make some hot chocolate with a kick. Don’t forget your favorite hot chocolate toppings: marshmallows, whipped cream or candies for a festive touch.

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