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A cup of rich and creamy French hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

Easy French Hot Chocolate

A quick and rich dark chocolate drink that offers a velvety texture perfect for cold mornings or a special treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hot Chocolate
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate (chopped) Use good quality dark chocolate for the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
  2. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy your rich, velvety French hot chocolate.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Pour into warm mugs. Top with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa, or a cinnamon stick.
  2. For a sweet pairing, serve alongside apple cinnamon French toast muffins.
Storage Instructions
  1. Let the drink cool to room temperature. Pour into a sealed container and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  2. Reheat slowly on low heat and stir well so the chocolate blends back into the milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

Chop the chocolate small so it melts quickly. Do not boil the milk; keep it steaming to avoid scalding. Stir constantly after adding chocolate to get a smooth texture. For extra silkiness, whisk in the last step.

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