Description
This cozy Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream recipe is perfect for bringing Christmas magic to your cup. Smooth and creamy, it combines rich cocoa and sweet vanilla, topped with fluffy whipped cream and decadent chocolate shavings for a festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Pour 2 cups of milk into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching, heating until hot but not boiling.
- Add Cocoa Powder and Sugar: Whisk in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of sugar until completely dissolved into the milk, creating a smooth chocolate base.
- Flavor with Vanilla: Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor and blend well.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate mixture into mugs, preparing for the finishing touch.
- Add Whipped Cream and Garnish: Top each mug with 1/4 cup of whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate shavings over the cream for an indulgent and festive presentation.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer and creamier hot chocolate.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste, especially if your cocoa powder is sweetened.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond, oat, or soy milk and use coconut whipped cream.
- Heat the milk gently to avoid boiling which can cause skin to form or milk to scorch.
- Chocolate shavings can be made by using a vegetable peeler on a chocolate bar.
