reasonaly decadent hot chocolate
Granted, there are more over the top hot chocolates to be had, however, if you want a cup of just really good chocolate this is it. I dislike thin watery chocolate drinks and this one has the body to satisfy and make you think, yessss!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder (preferably superior red), plus more for serving
- 3 cups whole milk
- 6 ounces high quality dark chocolate (at least 60%)
- 3 tablespoons demerara or granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream
- - lightly sweetened whipped cream (for serving)
How To Make reasonaly decadent hot chocolate
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Step 1Bring ¾ cup water to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder until no lumps remain, then add milk and return to a simmer.
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Step 2Whisk in chocolate and sugar and cook, whisking frequently, until mixture is smooth and creamy and chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
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Step 3Add a tablespoon of half-and-half or heavy cream just before serving. Top with the whipped cream
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