Thick and Chocolatey Hot Chocolate
Dive into the ultimate indulgence with this recipe for Thick and Chocolatey Hot Chocolate—your go-to comfort drink for cold days or special moments. Crafted with rich whole milk, velvety heavy cream, and luscious semisweet chocolate chips, this decadent hot chocolate achieves its ultra-creamy texture with a hint of cornstarch, while unsweetened cocoa powder and a touch of vanilla extract elevate the flavor to gourmet levels. Ready in just 15 minutes, this luxurious treat is perfect for cozy nights or holiday celebrations. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings to make every sip feel like dessert. Whether you're satisfying a sweet tooth or warming up on frosty afternoons, this thick and creamy hot chocolate is a crowd-pleaser you'll crave time and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons cornstarch
- 0.125 teaspoons salt
- whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until the cocoa powder and cornstarch are fully dissolved. Ensure there are no lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously with a whisk or wooden spoon to prevent sticking and ensure the mixture heats evenly.
Once the mixture starts to warm, add the semisweet chocolate chips and continue stirring until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the hot chocolate to gently simmer for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cornstarch will thicken the mixture to create a velvety texture.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the thick hot chocolate into mugs. For an extra touch, top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your decadent, thick, and chocolatey hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.6 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 527 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 707 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1325 mg | 28% | |
*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.
