Honey Hot Chocolate
Indulge in a cozy mug of Honey Hot Chocolate, a delightful twist on the classic favorite that blends rich bittersweet chocolate with a natural sweetness from golden honey. This luxurious beverage is made with creamy whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that’s smooth and comforting. A pinch of salt enhances the chocolatey depth, while optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings make for a decadent finishing touch. With just 10 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for warming up cold nights or creating a memorable treat to share. Keywords: honey hot chocolate, homemade hot chocolate, easy hot chocolate recipe, chocolate and honey drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 ounces Bittersweet chocolate (chopped or in chips)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- 1 as needed Whipped cream (optional for topping)
- 1 as needed Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cocoa powder and salt.
Add 2 tablespoons of the milk to the saucepan and whisk until a smooth paste forms, ensuring there are no lumps.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and slowly pour in the remaining milk, whisking constantly to incorporate the cocoa paste.
Heat the mixture until steaming hot but not boiling, whisking frequently to prevent scorching.
Stir in the chopped bittersweet chocolate until melted and smooth.
Add the honey and vanilla extract, whisking well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey.
Remove the hot chocolate from heat and carefully pour it into two mugs.
Optional: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for an indulgent finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 337 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.1 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 676 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1266 mg | 27% | |
*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.
