National Hot Chocolate Day
Every year on January 31st, National Hot Chocolate Day warms up people around the country by celebrating the classic cold-weather drink.
Hot chocolate is a hot beverage made with ground chocolate, boiled milk, or water, and sugar. We often use the terms hot chocolate and hot cocoa interchangeably in America. However, the two beverages are not similar.
Cocoa vs. hot chocolate vs. hot chocolate: cocoa vs. hot chocolate
Cocoa powder, boiled milk or water, or sugar are all common ingredients used to make hot cocoa. We're able to do this thanks to a process that was developed by father and son chemists. For the thicker, more flavorful drink, we make hot chocolate made from ground chocolate containing cocoa butter. It is also known as drinking chocolate.. Hot chocolate has also been around longer than hot cocoa. Casparus van Houten Sr. invented a way to distinguish the cocoa solids from the butter in the early 1800s. Coenraad Johannes, Coenraad Johannes' son, made those fats more soluble in water. Cocoa powder was made possible by their processes.
However, everyone drank hot chocolate before then. This thicker, creamier drink has often been used for stomach ailments in the 19th century. In fact, it existed in ceremonial history long before the beverage's fame in Victorian times..
Nevertheless, humans have been enjoying chocolate for a long time. The Mayans are believed to have invented the first chocolate drink 2000 years ago. By 1400 AD, the Aztecs also included a cocoa drink as an essential part of their culture. When European explorers first explored Central and South America, explorers brought chocolate and the drink back to Europe from Mexico.
Make it and benefit
Hot chocolate can be served in a variety of ways, including whipped cream or marshmallows. Sometimes a dash of peppermint or a sprinkle of cinnamon makes the chocolate extra special. Many people in the United States are fond of an instant version of hot chocolate. It's made with hot water or milk, as well as a packet containing mainly cocoa powder, sugar, and dry milk.
Drinking hot chocolate has health benefits. Cocoa has a high percentage of antioxidants that may help prevent cancer. The flavonoids in chocolate, according to studies, may have a positive effect on arterial health and memory.
#nationalhotchocolateday is a worldwide hot chocolate treat day, so here's how to celebrate #nationalhotchocolateday
- Make some hot chocolate
- Add a variety of toppings to your dish
- Invite a friend to join you for hot chocolate
- Sample various flavors of hot chocolate
- Taste the difference between hot chocolate and hot cocoa
- To post on social media, take a picture and use #NationalHotChocolateDay
Hot chocolate FAQ
Q. Is hot chocolate thicker than hot cocoa?
Yes, yes. Hot chocolate is made by incorporating high-quality chocolate into the milk. It's almost like syrup but a little thinner. However, you can thin it down even more by adding more milk.
Q. If I like hot chocolate, will I like hot chocolate?
Both are delectable, but hot chocolate is a little more luxurious than hot cocoa. Some people prefer one over the other, and many people love both equally.
