Chocolate Cocoa Deluxe
Indulge in pure decadence with this rich and creamy Chocolate Cocoa Deluxe, the ultimate homemade hot chocolate experience. Perfectly blending whole milk and heavy cream for a velvety base, this recipe features a duo of unsweetened cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a deep, chocolatey flavor that’s balanced with a touch of pure vanilla extract. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless way to warm up on chilly days or add a cozy touch to any moment. Top each mug with fluffy whipped cream and elegant chocolate shavings for a café-worthy finish that's as delicious as it is Instagrammable. Whether you're hosting or treating yourself, this hot chocolate recipe is a must for satisfying your sweet cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 optional (for garnish) whipped cream
- 1 optional (for garnish) chocolate shavings
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat the mixture until warm but not boiling, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and the cocoa and sugar are fully dissolved.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula until the chocolate chips are fully melted and incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Taste the hot chocolate mixture. If you prefer it sweeter, add more sugar one teaspoon at a time, stirring well after each addition, until your desired sweetness is reached.
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a luxurious finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chocolate Cocoa Deluxe!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 137.1 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.8 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1316 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2475 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
