Rich French Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with this Rich French Hot Chocolate, a decadent treat that takes your cocoa experience to luxurious new heights. Made with high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), silky whole milk, and a touch of heavy cream, this recipe delivers a velvety texture and an intense, bittersweet flavor that’s perfect for any chocolate lover. A hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt elevate the richness, while a tablespoon of sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Parisian-inspired beverage is the perfect way to warm up on chilly days or impress guests with an elegant dessert drink. Serve it in your favorite mugs and top with whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder for that extra indulgent touch. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, this French hot chocolate is a simple yet sophisticated delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 500 ml whole milk
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside in a heat-safe bowl.
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to steam but does not boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the hot milk mixture over the bowl of chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit for about 1 minute to allow the chocolate to melt.
Using a whisk, stir the chocolate and milk mixture until smooth and velvety. If needed, return the mixture to the saucepan on low heat to fully melt any remaining chocolate chunks.
Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt, and stir well to combine.
Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, top with whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 744 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1855 mg | 39% | |
*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.
