Sugar-Free Authentic French Chocolat Chaud
Indulge in the luxurious decadence of *Sugar-Free Authentic French Chocolat Chaud*, a rich and velvety hot chocolate crafted the French way—without the sugar! This recipe blends unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar-free dark chocolate, creamy whole milk, and a splash of heavy cream to achieve that classic café-style thickness and depth. Lightly sweetened with erythritol or your favorite sugar substitute, this guilt-free drink delivers bold, bittersweet chocolate flavor with a hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt to elevate every sip. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant, low-carb treat is perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests with a sophisticated dessert drink. Serve it in small cups for an authentic French experience, and enjoy a warm, indulgent moment that’s pure comfort without the sugar!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa, sugar-free)
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol or preferred sugar substitute, to taste
Directions
Step 1
Finely chop the dark chocolate and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder and salt.
Step 3
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until well blended. Ensure there are no lumps of cocoa.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly to prevent it from burning.
Step 5
Once simmering, add the chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan.
Step 6
Continue to stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Step 7
Add the vanilla extract and stir well.
Step 8
Taste the chocolat chaud and add erythritol or your preferred sugar substitute, adjusting the sweetness to your liking.
Step 9
Lower the heat and stir for an additional 2-3 minutes to improve the texture.
Step 10
Serve the chocolat chaud in small mugs or cups immediately, optionally topped with a dollop of whipped cream or dusted with cocoa powder.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (748.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1148.6 |
| Total Fat 97.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 298.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 404.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.3g | |
| Protein 19.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 620.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 987.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories