Great Hot Chocolate
Cozy up with a mug of this decadent, creamy Great Hot Chocolate—your ultimate homemade indulgence for chilly days. Made with a luxurious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this recipe delivers a rich, velvety texture that outshines any store-bought mix. The addition of unsweetened cocoa powder enhances the deep chocolate flavor, while a touch of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt create a perfectly balanced sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this irresistible hot chocolate is customizable with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra layer of indulgence. Perfect for warming up on a winter evening or as a comforting treat year-round, this recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 0 whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- 0 marshmallows (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until warm, but do not let it reach a boil.
Step 2
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt, ensuring there are no lumps.
Step 3
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the mixture and continue to whisk gently until the chocolate chips have melted completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Step 5
Taste and adjust sweetness, if desired, by adding a little more sugar.
Step 6
Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (697.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1007.0 |
| Total Fat 62.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 194.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 390.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 73.0g | |
| Protein 19.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 623.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 910.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories