Description
A rich and luxurious French hot chocolate made with real dark chocolate, milk, and cream for a thick, silky drink that feels like dessert in a mug.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon espresso powder or instant espresso granules
8 ounces 70% dark chocolate, chopped
Whipped cream, for topping
Chocolate shavings, for topping
Marshmallows, for topping
Instructions
- Combine the milk, heavy cream, powdered sugar, brown sugar, and espresso powder in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edges, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate.
- Whisk continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and marshmallows as desired.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
This hot chocolate is thicker than standard versions, similar to traditional French style.
Milk chocolate can be used for a sweeter flavor.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for warmth.
A splash of vanilla extract adds extra depth.
Reheat gently over low heat to maintain a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
