Rich N Creamy Hot Chocolate

Indulge in the ultimate winter comfort with this Rich N Creamy Hot Chocolate recipe, a decadent cup of warmth perfect for cozy evenings. This recipe combines whole milk, luscious heavy cream, and velvety semisweet chocolate chips to create an irresistibly smooth and creamy treat. A touch of unsweetened cocoa powder adds deep chocolate flavor, while granulated sugar balances the richness with just the right amount of sweetness. Finished with fragrant vanilla extract and optional whipped cream or chocolate shavings for garnish, this gourmet hot chocolate is ready in just 15 minutes. Whether you're curling up by the fireplace or hosting a festive gathering, this hot chocolate is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and keep the chill at bay.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 optional (for garnish) whipped cream
• 0 optional (for garnish) chocolate shavings

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together over medium heat until the sugar and cocoa powder dissolve completely.

Step 3

Add the semisweet chocolate chips to the saucepan and stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Continue heating the hot chocolate over low to medium heat without letting it boil. This helps create a creamy and velvety texture.

Step 5

Once heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your rich and creamy hot chocolate!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1230.4 grams (1230.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2486

Total Fat 176.90g	227%
Saturated Fat 106.50g	533%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 353mg	118%
Sodium 379mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 194.60g	71%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 171.90g
Protein 39.80g	80%

Vitamin D 325IU	1626%
Calcium 1093mg	84%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2494mg	53%

*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: 62.9%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 30.8%