Vanilla Bean Infused Hot Chocolate
Cozy up with a luxurious mug of Vanilla Bean Infused Hot Chocolate, a decadent twist on a classic winter favorite. This indulgent recipe combines creamy whole milk, velvety heavy cream, and rich semi-sweet chocolate to create a lusciously smooth beverage. The star ingredient—fresh vanilla bean—adds a fragrant depth and delicate sweetness that elevates this comforting drink to gourmet status. A hint of sea salt enhances the chocolatey richness, while optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings provide a festive finishing touch. Perfect for chilly evenings, this 10-minute homemade hot chocolate is a delightful treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 Vanilla bean
- 6 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate (finely chopped or chocolate chips)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0 optional Whipped cream
- 0 optional Chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Directions
Step 1
Pour the whole milk and heavy cream into a medium-sized saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Step 2
Split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise using a sharp knife and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Step 3
Heat the milk mixture until it is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the vanilla bean pod from the saucepan and discard it.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and sea salt to the saucepan.
Step 6
Whisk continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 7
Taste the hot chocolate and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sugar, 1 teaspoon at a time.
Step 8
Once the hot chocolate has reached your desired sweetness and texture, remove it from the heat.
Step 9
Pour the vanilla bean infused hot chocolate into mugs.
Step 10
Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1081.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1907.9 |
| Total Fat 116.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 70.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
| Cholesterol 213.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 962.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 185.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 161.6g | |
| Protein 32.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 325.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 979.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1762.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories