Cinnamon Hot Chocolate
Cozy up with a mug of decadent Cinnamon Hot Chocolate, a delicious twist on the classic winter favorite. This rich and creamy beverage combines the comforting warmth of whole milk and heavy cream, the deep flavor of melted semi-sweet chocolate, and the aromatic kick of ground cinnamon for a subtly spiced treat. Sweetened to perfection and finished with a splash of vanilla extract, this indulgent drink is ready in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Garnish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a cinnamon stick for a beautiful and flavorful touch. Perfect for two servings, this homemade hot chocolate is guaranteed to become your go-to recipe for a cozy, chocolatey indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- optional, for topping whipped cream
- optional, for garnish ground cinnamon or cinnamon stick
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Heat the mixture until it is warm but not boiling, about 3-4 minutes.
Whisk in the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the dry ingredients are fully dissolved.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate into the saucepan. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon or garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your cozy, cinnamon-infused hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 257 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 715 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1603 mg | 34% | |
*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.
