Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
Cozy up with a mug of decadent Hazelnut Hot Chocolate, a luxurious twist on the classic winter favorite. This creamy delight combines the richness of whole milk and heavy cream with the velvety indulgence of semi-sweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and a generous swirl of hazelnut spread for irresistibly nutty sweetness. Infused with a touch of vanilla extract and topped with optional whipped cream and crunchy chopped hazelnuts, this hot chocolate recipe strikes the perfect balance of comfort and elegance. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate beverage for chilly days or festive gatherings. Treat yourself to this gourmet hot chocolate experience that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying to sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons hazelnut spread (e.g., Nutella)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- optional, for topping whipped cream
- optional, for garnish chopped hazelnuts
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the hazelnut spread, ensuring it melts completely and is evenly incorporated into the liquid.
Reduce the heat to low and mix in the vanilla extract. Let the hot chocolate simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to develop the flavors.
Taste the hot chocolate and adjust sweetness, if necessary, by adding a small amount of extra sugar or hazelnut spread.
Carefully pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream, if desired.
Garnish with chopped hazelnuts for an added crunch, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.4 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.7 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
