Yellow Mug with Wavy Lines

Earthenware, hand built with slabs, stamped, terra sigillata, glaze, cone 04 oxidation fired, 3.75 x 4.5 x 3.5 inches.

Recipe: Hot Chocolate Mix

INGREDIENTS:

⅓cup/35 grams confectioners’ sugar

¼cup/30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder, either natural or Dutch-process (see Tip)

¼cup/40 grams chopped bittersweet chocolate (preferably 62 to 72 percent cacao)

¼cup/40 grams chopped milk chocolate or vegan milk chocolate

1teaspoon vanilla bean paste (optional)

Pinch of fine sea salt

Mini marshmallows

PROCESS:

In a blender or food processor, combine sugar, cocoa powder, both chocolates, vanilla paste (if using) and salt. Pulse to pulverize into a coarse powder. Transfer to an airtight jar. Package marshmallows in another airtight jar. To prepare: Fill a small pot with 4 cups whole milk or your favorite alternative milk (almond, oat, rice, coconut, etc.), and bring to a simmer. Whisk in cocoa mixture until very smooth. Serve topped with whipped cream or marshmallows.