Hot Dark Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with this rich and velvety Hot Dark Chocolate recipe, crafted with premium 70% dark chocolate for an intense cocoa experience. Featuring a luxurious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, this decadent drink is elevated with unsweetened cocoa powder, pure vanilla extract, and a hint of sea salt to balance the flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this homemade hot chocolate is perfect for chilly evenings or a comforting dessert alternative. Serve it steaming in mugs, topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a dusting of cocoa powder for an irresistible finishing touch. Treat yourself to a warm embrace with the bold and bittersweet essence of this classic beverage!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
1. Finely chop the dark chocolate and set it aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar.
3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling.
4. Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk in the cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
5. Add the chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan and whisk constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor.
7. Taste the hot chocolate and adjust the sweetness with more sugar, if desired.
8. Pour the hot dark chocolate into two mugs and serve immediately, optionally topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of extra cocoa powder.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 412 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1531 mg | 33% | |
*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.
