The Ultimate Rich & Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate
Make superior hot chocolate using real chocolate for a deep flavor and velvety texture. This easy stovetop recipe beats any mix.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert Drink
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet real chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the milk and heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the mixture is steaming but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and brown sugar.
- Slowly whisk the cocoa and sugar mixture into the warm milk until fully dissolved.
- Add the finely chopped real chocolate to the saucepan. Whisk constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This step creates the rich texture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Continue to heat gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the hot chocolate reaches your desired temperature. Do not let it boil.
- Pour immediately into mugs. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker hot chocolate, reduce the milk by 1/2 cup and substitute with 1/2 cup of half-and-half.
- Use high-quality chocolate bars for the best flavor outcome.
- This recipe is easily doubled for larger batches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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