Rich Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Chocolate Elements
Toppings (Optional)
Method
Preparing the Base
- 1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- 2
Add Sugar and Cocoa
Once the milk and cream are hot, add the granulated sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder. Whisk the mixture until the sugar and cocoa are fully dissolved.
Incorporating Chocolate
- 3
Melt the Chocolate
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the mixture. Stir continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- 4
Add Vanilla
Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the hot chocolate.
Serving
- 5
Serve Hot
Pour the rich hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and chocolate shavings as desired.
- 6
Enjoy!
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the creamy, rich flavors.