Tsokolate with Vanilla

Nov 1, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Tsokolate with Vanilla: Tsokolate with Vanilla, frothy hot cacao drink, served in an appropriate regional glass or cup for…

Frothy hot cacao drink. A homestyle take on a drink from Philippines, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.

Prep 12 min

Cook 6 min

Flavor Vanilla

Serve Hot

Total 18 min

Yield 2 glasses

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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glasses

3.0 oz (90.0 g)tablea cacao tablets or dark chocolate
1 ⅔ cups (380.0 ml)pasteurized whole milk
2 ½ tbsp (30.0 g)granulated sugar
½ tsp (2.0 ml)pure vanilla extract, for the main
1 ½ tbsp (8.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp (3.0 ml)pure vanilla extract, for the creative addition

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Instructions

Gently warm milk in a saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
Whisk in tablea cacao tablets or dark chocolate, sugar and vanilla until melted or evenly dispersed.
For chocolate solids, keep heat gentle and whisk until glossy; for coffee drinks, add freshly prepared coffee.
For this original vanilla adaptation, add 3 ml pure vanilla extract to the prepared base and stir or blend until evenly dispersed; if it is a spice or chopped solid, hydrate, infuse or melt it in the warm phase, then strain if necessary.
Pour the fully combined warm drink into two heat-safe mugs and serve immediately.

Tips

Contains a possible caffeine source; exact caffeine per serving varies with products and extraction.
Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make tsokolate with vanilla?

Plan on 12 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 2 glasses.

How should I store tsokolate with vanilla?

Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I make tsokolate with vanilla ahead?

Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract, for the main (2 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Frothy hot cacao drink. A homestyle take on a drink from Philippines, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.

211 Calories / serving

7.0g Fat

31.8g Carbs

7.1g Protein

30.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (2 servings): ~422 cal · 14g fat · 64g carbs · 14g protein · 60g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.