Super Rich Hot Chocolate with Coconut Cream
Cozy up with this decadent treat—Super Rich Hot Chocolate with Coconut Cream—a luscious spin on the classic wintertime favorite. Made with velvety dark chocolate, whole milk, and a touch of heavy cream, this hot cocoa achieves an indulgent richness that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. The star of the show is the fluffy whipped coconut cream, made from chilled unsweetened coconut cream and powdered sugar, lending a subtle tropical twist while being dairy-free. A hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt elevate the flavors, creating a perfectly balanced, luxurious experience in every sip. Garnish with chocolate shavings or toasted coconut for extra flair, and serve this warm beverage as a comforting dessert or a cozy afternoon indulgence. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this drink is a must-try for cool-weather moments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened canned coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
Chill the canned coconut cream in the fridge overnight. This helps the cream separate from the liquid.
Scoop out the solid portion of the chilled coconut cream into a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and whip with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Set aside in the fridge while preparing the hot chocolate.
Finely chop the dark chocolate and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling, whisking occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to melt, then whisk until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the pure vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt for added depth of flavor.
Divide the hot chocolate evenly between two mugs.
Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped coconut cream.
Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, or toasted coconut flakes.
Serve immediately and enjoy this rich, creamy indulgence!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1590 mg | 34% | |
*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.
