Rich and Creamy Hot Chocolate
Indulge in pure comfort with this rich and creamy hot chocolate recipe, the ultimate winter warmer that takes classic cocoa to a whole new level. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, and real semi-sweet chocolate, every sip is luxuriously smooth and deeply chocolatey. A touch of unsweetened cocoa powder and vanilla extract enhances the depth of flavor, while just a pinch of salt balances the sweetness perfectly. Ready in just 15 minutes, this decadent treat is ideal for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Top it off with whipped cream, gooey marshmallows, or delicate chocolate shavings for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for satisfying chocolate lovers, this homemade hot chocolate is a comforting delight that outshines any store-bought mix.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 oz Semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or in chips)
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling, about 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
Add the chopped semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt to the warm milk mixture. Whisk continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to heat the hot chocolate for another minute, stirring occasionally, to develop the flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with your choice of toppings, such as whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.
Serve immediately and enjoy your rich and creamy hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1999 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.3 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.9 g | 430% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 973 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 964 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1747 mg | 37% | |
*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.
