Beat the Heat with Iced Cocoa
I’m not afraid to admit it. I hate the heat. Really, I can’t stand it. My favorite seasons are Spring and Fall, with Summer a very distant fourth. In New Jersey, unfortunately, weather-wise we tend to bypass Spring and hurtle top-speed for Summer, so when I saw an article on Iced Cocoa in the May/June issue of Midwest Living, I knew it was going to go into heavy rotation around here.
Using a cocoa concentrate, ice, flavorings and whipped toppings, it’s the perfect treat to cool you down as the temperature starts climbing.
Iced Cocoa
Start with instant hot cocoa mix (such as a single-serving packet or mix you measure) and combine it with 2 tablespoons hot water in a 1-cup heat-proof glass measuring cup; mix well. Stir in water, milk or coffee until the drink measures 1/2 cup total. Add 1 tablespoon flavored syrup (such as amaretto, Irish cream or vanilla), if you like.
Serve over ice cubes or place in a blender with ice cubes and blend until slushy. Serve in a glass or mug topped with whipped topping or ice cream and chocolate syrup. Makes one serving.
