Authentic French Chocolat Chaud

Indulge in the ultimate comfort of an *Authentic French Chocolat Chaud*, a velvety, rich hot chocolate recipe that transports you straight to a Parisian café. Made with whole milk, a touch of heavy cream, and premium dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa, this decadent treat is a celebration of bold, deep chocolate flavor. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and a delicate pinch of salt, it strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and complexity. Ready in just 15 minutes, this luxurious hot chocolate is ideal for cozy evenings or as an elegant after-dinner drink. Serve it steaming hot with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an unforgettable indulgence. Perfect for those searching for "authentic French hot chocolate" or "decadent homemade chocolat chaud," this recipe is sure to become your new favorite indulgent delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 4 oz Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the dark chocolate and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the milk mixture until it starts to steam, stirring occasionally to prevent it from scorching.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan.

Step 5

Whisk the mixture continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.

Step 6

Stir in the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, and continue to whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 7

Taste the chocolat chaud and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar to your preference.

Step 8

Once desired sweetness is achieved, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 9

Pour the chocolat chaud into serving cups and serve immediately.

Step 10

For an extra touch of luxury, top with a dollop of whipped cream or shave some additional dark chocolate over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	748.9 grams (748.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1477

Total Fat 103.90g	133%
Saturated Fat 60.90g	305%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 388mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 99.90g	36%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 76.00g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 215IU	1074%
Calcium 683mg	53%
Iron 14mg	75%
Potassium 1547mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 27.9%