Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort drink with this luxurious French Hot Chocolate recipe. Rich, creamy, and decadently chocolatey, it’s a delightful treat that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, this easy-to-make beverage will have you swooning with every velvety sip. Elevate your chocolate experience today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat whole milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming, but do not boil.
- Add finely chopped dark chocolate to the warm milk mixture and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in granulated sugar until dissolved, then add vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Serve immediately in mugs, optionally topping with whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a sweeter version, substitute dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate. - Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of sea salt or a dash of cinnamon. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.