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Millets are becoming more and more popular as wholesome substitutes for regular grains. These seeds popular in traditional and modern diets are indeed beneficial in taking balanced diets as they contain fibre, antioxidants and other nutrients. Millets can be used to make delicious, healthy sweets that can be mixed with popular comfort beverages like hot chocolate. Introducing hot chocolate made from millets; this healthy product is a perfect blend of the benefits of millets in a cup of cocoa taste. These new-generation foods that are power-packed with fibre, and essential minerals and free from gluten can add both taste and nutrition to your hot chocolate. That is why, due to their availability and usage in many cultures over the centuries, those grains perfectly complement a healthier hot chocolate.
Foxtail Millet Hot Chocolate
A warm, hot chocolate recipe based around the flavour of foxtail millet (kangi), which is noted for being a little sweet and nutty. This beverage also becomes healthier once foxtail millet is added to the dish, which contains minerals such as iron and copper. To begin, simmer 1/4 cup of foxtail millet in 1 cup of water until it becomes fluffy and soft. A pinch of salt, 1 cup plant-based milk, 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, and cooked millet should all be combined in a blender. Place the blend into a pan and gradually warm it up while stirring continuously. Whisk in a small piece of melted dark chocolate for a bit of extra richness. Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of coconut whipped cream or a cinnamon sprinkle.
Pearl Millet Mocha
This mocha-inspired hot chocolate is enhanced by the strong, earthy flavour of pearl millet, sometimes referred to as bajra. First, dry roast 1/4 cup pearl millet in a pan until fragrant and golden. After roasting the millet, transfer it into a spice grinder, then grind into a fine powder. A cup of black coffee, a cup of almond milk, two tablespoons of ground pearl millet, two tablespoons of cocoa powder, and one to two tablespoons of coconut sugar—or the sweetener of the buyer’s choice—should be placed in a pot. To avoid lumps, cook the mixture over medium heat while stirring often. After everything is heated and completely blended, take it from the fire and stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. The outcome is an effective, very delicious mocha with a distinct depth of flavour from pearl millet.
Proso Millet Spiced Hot Chocolate
Proso millet (barri) is a great base for this spiced hot chocolate because of its mild, somewhat sweet flavour. Proso millet contains minerals and antioxidants, which makes warming beverages healthier with the addition of proso millet. To begin, simmer 1/4 cup proso millet in 3/4 cup water until it becomes tender and the water is completely absorbed. Cooked millet, 1 ½ cups oat milk, half a teaspoon of ground cardamom, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and the oat milk should be blended. Blend till creamy and smooth. Transfer the blend into a saucepan and gradually warm it up, stirring regularly. Add a tiny handful of dark chocolate chips and stir until melted for an added indulgence.
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Finger Millet Hot Chocolate
Ragi, or finger millet, is well recognised for having a high calcium content and a nutty flavour. It gives classic hot chocolate a tropical touch when combined with coconut. Start by pan-roasting 1/4 cup finger millet flour until it starts to smell aromatic. One cup of coconut milk, one cup of water, two tablespoons of cocoa powder, one or two tablespoons of coconut sugar, and the roasted finger millet flour should all be combined in a pot. To avoid lumps, heat the mixture over medium heat while whisking continuously. Lower the heat and simmer for two to three minutes once it begins to thicken. Remove from fire and then add a little salt and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla essence.
Barnyard Millet White Hot Chocolate
A base of mild flavour and soft texture, barnyard millet (sanwa) is used to create a distinctive white hot chocolate. Barnyard millet, which is low in calories and high in fibre, gives nutritious value without dominating the delicate flavour of white chocolate. To begin, simmer 1/4 cup barnyard millet in 3/4 cup water until it becomes fluffy and soft. The cooked millet should be combined with 1 1/2 cups of cashew milk, 2 ounces of melted white chocolate, 1 tablespoon of honey, and a very small amount of salt in a blender. Blend till creamy and smooth. Place the blend into a pot and gradually warm it up while stirring continuously. Stir in a tiny pinch of nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract for flavour.
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Each recipe shows the versatility of millet, a factor that makes it friendly with any other meal. Here’s wishing all those who want to enjoy these recipes lots of fun and don’t forget to share it with friends and family during a ‘warm’ gathering.
