Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsIron Gate CafeHot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Inspired by Iron Gate Cafe
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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Hot Chocolate Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Heat the Milk

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

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Whisk the dry mixture into the hot milk until fully dissolved and smooth.

  4. 4

    Add Vanilla

    Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. 5

    Serve

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

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