The Best Rich and Creamy Stovetop Hot Chocolate
Make a rich, creamy, and decadent hot chocolate from scratch using real chocolate on your stovetop. This recipe yields a velvety smooth drink perfect for cold weather.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert Drink
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is steaming but not boiling.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes to soften.
- Whisk the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and the drink is smooth and uniform.
- Return the saucepan to low heat and warm through for 1 minute, stirring often. Do not let it boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour immediately into mugs and serve.
Notes
- For a thicker drink, reduce the milk slightly or add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of cold water before heating.
- Top with fresh whipped cream or marshmallows for extra indulgence.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients for a spiced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 95mg