Creamy Thick Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate winter warmer with this Creamy Thick Hot Chocolate recipe—your ticket to luxurious, café-style decadence at home. Made with rich whole milk, velvety heavy cream, and melted semi-sweet chocolate, this homemade hot chocolate achieves a perfectly silky texture, thanks to a touch of cornstarch. Enhanced with unsweetened cocoa powder for depth, a hint of sugar for balance, and a splash of vanilla for warmth, every sip is pure chocolatey bliss. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting treat is perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Finish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a picture-perfect mug of indulgence. Ideal for chocolate lovers searching for an easy yet luscious recipe, this thick hot chocolate is destined to become your go-to indulgent delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped semi-sweet chocolate. Whisk continuously until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth.
In a small bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. This step ensures no lumps form in the hot chocolate.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the saucepan while whisking to avoid clumps. Continue to whisk until fully incorporated.
Increase the heat to medium and cook the hot chocolate, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for enhanced flavor.
Pour the creamy thick hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream if desired. Garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra touch of decadence.
Serve immediately and enjoy your indulgent hot chocolate experience!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 392 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.9 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 667 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1386 mg | 30% | |
*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.
