The season of hot chocolate is here, and chocoholics cannot be happier. It is a soulful beverage that offers warmth in the biting cold. One of the best memories for choco aficionados would be indulging in a hot cup of beverage inside the blanket while watching their favourite show or movie.
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If you are also a chocoholic and have been waiting for winter throughout the year just so you can sip a delicious cup of hot chocolate and enjoy finger foods. This list below is a small recommendation of Indian snacks that pair well with your favourite winter beverage.
Nankhatai
If you have never tried nankhatai with hot chocolate, you have been missing out on all the flavour blasts in your mouth. These are shortbread Indian cookies that boast a buttery texture and subtle sweet notes. If you would like, you can also dip them in the hot chocolate and enjoy the combination.
Bread Pakora
As unique as it might sound, experiment by pairing hot chocolate with bread pakora. It sounds eccentric, but if you have taste buds that are always ready to try something new, this combo must be on your list. Spiced potato filling wrapped around bread and coated with chickpea flour complements the sweetness of the beverage.
Gajar Halwa
Two food items that are most cherished by winter lovers are - hot chocolate and gajar ka halwa. Now imagine a night of overloading on sugar with both delights paired together. If you decide to prepare gajar ka halwa at home, don’t forget to load it with dry fruits which will add to the crunchy texture and amplify the indulging experience with hot chocolate.
Samosas
If you are open to pairing bread pakoras with hot chocolate, you should not leave out samosas. Freshly fried samosas with the chocolate beverage on the side. This makes for a deadly combination that will leave you in gastronomic heaven. It is a perfect marriage between spicy and sweet notes. Try this pair on a Sunday when you are not in the mood to cook and only want to binge-watch your favourite series.
Coconut Ladoos
Don’t forget about coconut ladoos stored in an airtight container. They are perfect servings with a cup of hot chocolate. Not to mention the exemplary combination of coconut and chocolate. It is a recommendation for everyone with a sweet tooth. The harmonious blend will satisfy your sugar cravings and leave you satiated.
Paniyaram
If you are a fan of South Indian delights, you must enjoy hot chocolate with paniyaram. The snack is made with fermented rice batter and cooked in round moulds. The mild flavours of hot chocolate and paniyaram blend so well that you will be left feeling warm and cosy post-indulgence.
Spicy Masala Corn
Imagine it's snowing outside or the sun has not shown its face for a week. At this temperature, you would not want to cook or even bother to check out recipes. One of the best delights to indulge on a cold day is a cup of hot chocolate with spicy masala corn. You can even let go of deep-frying kernels, instead, toss boiled kernels with chaat masala, lemon juice, red chilli powder, and salt to taste.