Maple Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the rich, velvety comfort of Maple Hot Chocolate—a luxurious twist on a classic winter favorite. This creamy beverage combines whole milk and a splash of heavy cream for a decadent base, enhanced by the deep flavors of unsweetened cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The result is a perfectly balanced cup of sweetness with hints of maple that will warm you from the inside out. Ready in just 15 minutes, this two-serving treat is an ideal cozy drink for chilly evenings. Top it with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a café-worthy finish. Whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with a loved one, this Maple Hot Chocolate recipe is the ultimate comfort drink to sip and savor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
- 0.25 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
Add the pure maple syrup and semi-sweet chocolate chips to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the saucepan from heat.
Pour the Maple Hot Chocolate into two mugs.
Optional: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon for extra flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1090 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 235 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 676 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1007 mg | 21% | |
*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.
