A viral video shows people enjoying hot chocolate and cheese (Photo credit: Instagram/colombia_expats)
Chocolate and cheese are some of the most popular treats among gourmets. Not only are they ingredients and side dishes, but they’re also a decadent treat in their own right. Adding cheese or chocolate to the simplest dishes can greatly enhance their deliciousness. What if we told you there was an option and someone had already tried it? This particular fusion may seem strange to many, but the concept has sparked a lot of interest online. Recently, an Instagram video of a vlogger trying hot chocolate with cheese in Colombia went viral.
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In the video, the person explains that adding a little salty ingredient can enhance the flavor of the chocolate. “That’s why Colombians often add cheese to their hot chocolate,” she said. Watch the full video here.
Hot chocolate with cheese is a common delicacy in Colombia. Image source: iStock
To date, the video has received 1.5 million views. In the comments, many expressed interest in trying this particular combination. Some users find this idea strange. Others, however, defended the flavor based on their own experiences. Check out some of the reactions below:
“It took me a while to realize the idea…but it’s amazing, isn’t it?”
“It might taste good, but not psychologically.”
“I’m Colombian and I’m not happy with this, it’s not the right cheese.”
“White cheese in coffee is truly the best! (Brazilian thing)”
“Asian coffee shops put salted cream in their coffee and I love it. I’ve never seen this but it actually probably tastes good too.”
“This is by far the best way to drink chocolate.”
“As a Colombian, I can confirm that cheese in chocolate is delicious.”
“It’s also a Puerto Rican thing.”
Mixing cheese and chocolate is nothing new to Colombians. Traditionally, they enjoy this combination in the form of a hot drink called “Chocolate San Ferreno” or “Chocolate Complex”. It’s usually made from a dark chocolate bar that’s flavored with cinnamon and cloves. Stir the chocolate with the milk/water in a ball-shaped jug called a “chocolate”. The egg beater used is also a special egg beater. Boil the mixture three times. Just before the hot chocolate is ready to be enjoyed, a white cheese (queso Campesino) is added to the hot chocolate.
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