Description
A rich and creamy hot chocolate perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and salt; stir well.
- Heat until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Add peppermint extract for a minty twist.
- Serve with marshmallows for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Christmas hot chocolate, holiday beverage, winter drink