Dreamy Creamy Hot Chocolate Paula Deen
Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with Paula Deen’s Dreamy Creamy Hot Chocolate, a velvety blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk infused with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. This decadent hot chocolate is elevated by a touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt, creating a luxurious and perfectly balanced flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for chilly evenings, family gatherings, or an indulgent dessert drink. Customize your mugs with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, or chocolate shavings for an irresistible finishing touch. Discover how simple ingredients combine to create an unforgettable, warming experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- optional (for topping) Whipped cream
- optional (for topping) Mini marshmallows
- optional (for garnish) Chocolate shavings
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk over medium heat.
Stir the mixture frequently to avoid scalding, and heat until it begins to steam but do not let it boil.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and completely melted.
Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, ensuring the mixture is well blended.
Remove from heat and ladle the hot chocolate into mugs.
Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and/or chocolate shavings if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the dreamy, creamy richness of this hot chocolate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.5 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.9 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1295 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.2 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.3 g | ||
| Protein | 61.4 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.1 mcg | 56% | |
| Calcium | 1736 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2881 mg | 61% | |
*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.
