Classic hot chocolate
A rich, thick, and velvety classic hot chocolate made by melting real dark chocolate into gently warmed milk. It is the ultimate comforting treat for cold winter days and cozy evenings. For the most luxurious texture, use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70 percent cocoa content.
Ingredients
- whole milk400 ml
Instructions
4 steps- 1
Finely chop the dark chocolate so it melts smoothly and evenly into the warm milk.
2 min
- 2
Pour milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until steaming and just below a simmer, do not let it boil over.
3 min
80°C
- 3
Reduce heat to low, add the chopped chocolate, sugar, and vanilla extract, then whisk continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
2 min
75°C
- 4
Pour the hot chocolate into ceramic mugs and top with mini marshmallows if desired.
1 min
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 269 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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