Steamy Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with this Steamy Hot Chocolate recipe, a rich and velvety blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and real semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and infused with a hint of vanilla, this decadent drink is whisked to creamy perfection and served piping hot. Topped with your choice of whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings, it’s the ultimate comfort beverage for chilly days. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick-and-easy homemade hot chocolate will warm your soul with every sip. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy nights in, or any time you’re craving a warm, chocolatey hug in a mug!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- optional for topping whipped cream
- optional for topping chocolate shavings
- optional for topping marshmallows
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it begins to steam. Do not let it boil.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and whisk continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or marshmallows if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your steamy hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 717 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1745 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.
