Decadent French Hot Chocolate

This hot chocolate is thick, rich, and warm, lifting your mood on cold nights with a smooth, deep flavor from real dark chocolate and full milk.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Beverage, Dessert

Cuisine: French

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the hot chocolate

2 cups Whole Milk (Provides a creamy texture)
1/2 cup Heavy Cream (Adds richness)
100 grams Dark Chocolate (at least 70% cocoa for deep flavor)
2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances overall flavor)

Method

Preparation

Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces so it melts fast.
Pour the milk and heavy cream into a small pot. Heat on low and watch it. Do not boil.
When the milk is hot and steamy, remove the pot from the heat.
Add the chopped chocolate to the hot milk. Whisk until the chocolate melts and the mix is smooth.
Stir in the sugar and vanilla. Taste and add more sugar if you like it sweeter.
Pour into warm cups and serve right away.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

Serve this drink in small mugs or cups so each sip feels rich. Top with whipped cream, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings. To store, let cool, then refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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