Hot Chocolate — Rich Not Powdery
Escape the ordinary with this decadent hot chocolate recipe. Real chocolate melts into warm milk for a velvety, deeply satisfying treat that will warm you from the inside out.
Hot Chocolate — Rich Not Powdery
Escape the ordinary with this decadent hot chocolate recipe. Real chocolate melts into warm milk for a velvety, deeply satisfying treat that will warm you from the inside out.
The Key Move
Melt high-quality chocolate directly into warm milk for a smooth, rich, and intensely chocolatey flavor.
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The Setup
- SaucepanMedium
- Whisk
- Mugs
The Mise en Place
5Your prep station before cooking begins
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Chocolate is not melting smoothly.
Reduce heat to low and whisk constantly. If necessary, remove from heat briefly and continue whisking until smooth.
Hot chocolate is too thick.
Add a little more milk to reach desired consistency.
The Method
HEAT
In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
Steam rising from the milk
ADD
Add chopped chocolate and sugar to the saucepan.
WHISK
Whisk constantly until chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
No chocolate chunks remaining
STIR
Stir in vanilla extract (2 tsp) and salt.
POUR
Pour into mugs and serve immediately. Garnish with marshmallows, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Aromatic chocolate steam
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