Hot Chocolate Float
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Hot Chocolate Float, a dreamy winter treat that combines rich, velvety hot chocolate with a cool, creamy scoop of vanilla ice cream. Crafted with whole milk, heavy cream, and a touch of semi-sweet chocolate chips, this cozy beverage reaches new heights with a silky-smooth texture and deep cocoa flavor, enhanced by a hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt. The magic happens when the ice cream melts into the warm, luscious hot chocolate, creating a delightful fusion of hot and cold in every sip. Perfect for a cozy night in or a festive gathering, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 15 minutes and can be elevated with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup. Treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence with this irresistible Hot Chocolate Float!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream
- 1 can (optional) Whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon (optional) Chocolate syrup
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and the chocolate chips are fully melted. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Once the mixture is heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Divide the hot chocolate evenly between two mugs.
Step 5
Top each mug with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Step 6
If desired, add a swirl of whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup for extra indulgence.
Step 7
Serve immediately with a spoon and straw, and enjoy your Hot Chocolate Float!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1240.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2501.2 |
| Total Fat 179.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 112.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 557.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 646.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 188.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 164.5g | |
| Protein 36.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 364.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1085.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1671.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories