Hot Chocolate (with Whipped Cream) Recipe
Make Hot Chocolate (with Whipped Cream) Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Hot Chocolate Base
Whipped Cream
Garnish (optional)
Method
Hot Chocolate Preparation
- 1
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the milk is hot, whisk in the dry ingredients until fully dissolved.
- 4
Add Flavor
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well. Remove from heat.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 5
Chill Equipment
Place a mixing bowl and beaters in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to chill.
- 6
Whip Cream
In the chilled bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Serving
- 7
Assemble
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top generously with whipped cream.
- 8
Garnish
Add chocolate shavings or marshmallows on top if desired.
- 9
Enjoy!
Serve immediately while hot.