Description
Indulge in a rich and velvety French hot chocolate, perfect for chilly evenings and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam, being careful not to let it boil.
- Once steaming, add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the warm milk mixture.
- Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the granulated sugar until it dissolves, then add the vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve immediately in mugs, optionally topping with whipped cream or marshmallows for a delightful finish.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best results. Adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg