Chocolat Chaud (French Hot Chocolate) Recipe
Indulge in a rich and decadent experience with this classic French hot chocolate recipe, known as Chocolat Chaud. Velvety smooth and intensely chocolatey, it’s the perfect comforting treat on a chilly day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup good quality dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Milk and Cream: In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- Add Chocolate and Sugar: Add the chopped chocolate and sugar, whisking until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Flavor with Vanilla and Salt: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Enjoy hot!
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to suit your taste.
- For an extra indulgent version, stir in a splash of liqueur like rum or Grand Marnier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
