Yahoolie Chocolate Drink
Indulge in the velvety richness of the Yahoolie Chocolate Drink, a decadent treat perfect for chilly evenings or any moment in need of a sweet, warming escape. This luxurious beverage blends whole milk and heavy cream for a creamy base, while unsweetened cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips deliver a deeply satisfying chocolate flavor. Enhanced with a hint of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of ground cinnamon, this drink offers a subtle, aromatic twist that elevates it beyond ordinary hot chocolate. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ideal quick comfort drink to share with a loved one—or keep all to yourself! Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe is a must-try for cozy nights in!
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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 or chopped chocolate
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- optional for topping whipped cream
- optional for garnish chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
Whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is creamy.
Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, ensuring the flavors are fully incorporated. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Pour the Yahoolie Chocolate Drink into two mugs. Optionally, top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
Serve immediately and enjoy your decadent chocolate drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 238 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1130 mg | 24% | |
*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.
