Best Ever Hot Chocolate Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate hot chocolate experience! This decadent recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers of all ages. Upgrade your hot chocolate game with rich bittersweet chocolate for an intensely satisfying treat. Quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious – get ready for the best hot chocolate you'll ever have!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Calories 311.9 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Ever Hot Chocolate

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • 6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • whipped cream
  • chocolate cookie (optional)
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate (optional)

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How to Make Best Ever Hot Chocolate

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder, 6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips (or 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate for a more intense chocolate flavor), 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
  2. Whisk the mixture until the dry ingredients are well combined.
  3. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and continue to whisk occasionally until the hot chocolate has thickened slightly, about 1-2 minutes. The consistency should be smooth and creamy.
  5. Remove from heat and pour into mugs. Top each serving with whipped cream and a chocolate cookie (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

49g

Carbs

12g

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