Description
A cozy and decadent hot chocolate recipe that’s quick and easy to make, topped with whipped cream and your choice of garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup or cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar (if using cocoa powder, sweeten to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings or marshmallows for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir gently to avoid scorching.
- If using cocoa powder, mix it with sugar first to form a paste before adding to the mixture. If using chocolate syrup, add it directly along with vanilla and a pinch of salt.
- Heat until warm but do not boil.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or marshmallows. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure not to let the mixture boil to maintain silkiness. Stir occasionally to prevent skin formation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, cozy drink, chocolate, winter beverage, holiday drink