Description
Indulge in a luxuriously creamy and rich homemade hot chocolate that elevates your favorite childhood drink using simple ingredients like whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate. Perfectly suited for cozy moments, this hot chocolate is easy to make and customizable with delicious toppings like whipped cream or marshmallows.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 1¾ cups (420 g) whole milk
- ½ cup (115 g) heavy cream
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract/essence
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tbsp natural cocoa powder
- 1½ tbsp soft light brown sugar (white sugar can be substituted)
- 1 small pinch salt
Chocolate
- ½ cup (85 g) dark or semi-sweet chocolate, roughly chopped (or 1 heaping cup if using volume measurement)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Simmer: Heat the mixture until it just begins to simmer, being careful not to let it boil. This helps dissolve the cocoa and sugar fully and brings out rich flavors.
- Melt Chocolate: Reduce the heat to low, then add the roughly chopped dark or semi-sweet chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and incorporated into the hot chocolate base, creating a velvety texture.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Let cool for a few minutes before topping with your choice of whipped cream, marshmallows, or other preferred toppings. Enjoy the comforting richness!
Notes
- For best results, use the gram measurements as they provide precise quantities.
- Natural cocoa powder is preferred for the richest flavor.
- You can substitute light brown sugar with white sugar if necessary.
- Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or any preferred additions to customize your drink.
- Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.
