Ingredients

1 quart almond milk, preferably homemade, or soy milk

6 ounces dark chocolate (at least 70 percent cacao), chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, to taste

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/8 teaspoon coarse salt

Preparation

Heat all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-low, whisking constantly, until chocolate has melted and mixture is steaming, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.