Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBig Daddy's BBQHot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Inspired by Big Daddy's BBQ
Time15m
Serves2

Seasonal hot chocolate option available.

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Ingredients

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Hot Chocolate Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk

    In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Once the milk is warm, gradually whisk the dry mixture into the saucepan. Stir until fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add Chocolate

    Add the chopped dark chocolate and continue to stir until melted and smooth.

  5. 5

    Flavor It

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream and marshmallows.

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