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Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate

Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate

Indulge in the ultimate comfort drink with this Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe. Rich, velvety, and easy to make for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 mugs
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 liter whole milk
  • 200 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch cinnamon (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Immersion blender (optional)
  • Mugs for serving
  • Optional serving dishes

Method
 

  1. Pour the milk into a large saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  2. Add the chopped dark chocolate to the warm milk and stir gently until melted.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional cinnamon until fully combined.
  4. Heat the mixture for another minute while stirring, then blend with an immersion blender for extra frothiness if desired. Pour into mugs and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a dairy-free option, try almond, oat, or coconut milk. You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or using a substitute like honey. Consider garnishing with whipped cream, marshmallows, or even a cinnamon stick for a festive touch. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk if necessary. High-quality chocolate makes a big difference in flavor, so use the best you can find!
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