Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDowntowner Woodfire GrillHot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

Make Hot Chocolate Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Toppings (Optional)

Method

Preparing the Hot Chocolate

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk and Cream

    In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir gently to combine and heat until steaming, but do not let it boil.

  2. 2

    Mix in Cocoa and Sugar

    Once the milk and cream are steaming, whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until fully dissolved, ensuring there are no lumps.

  3. 3

    Add Vanilla and Salt

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.

  4. 4

    Serve Hot

    Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, and serve immediately. You can top it with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cinnamon as desired.

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