For too long, cocoa has hogged the creamy hot drink spotlight. But this milky, malty wonder, laced with vanilla, a splash of rum, and a crown of foam, is coming out of the shadows.

Ingredients

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
• 2/3 cup malted milk powder
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Procedure

1. Bring the milk and vanilla seeds to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan.
2. Add the malted milk powder and brown sugar to the hot milk, whisking until dissolved.
3. Remove 1 cup milk mixture and puree in a blender, about 2 minutes.
4. Divide the milk among 4 mugs and top with the pureed milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Cook’s Notes

• This is a perfect drink for after spending some time out in the cold.
• Make this for the kids and add a little light rum for the adults.