Ingredients for French Hot Chocolate
- Semisweet Chocolate
- Light Corn Syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups whole milk
- Heavy Cream
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How to Make French Hot Chocolate
- **Melt the Chocolate:** In a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water), melt 6 ounces of high-quality dark chocolate and 1/4 cup of light corn syrup. Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until completely smooth and melted (about 5-7 minutes).
- **Chill the Mixture:** Cover the melted chocolate mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until completely cool. This step helps create a thicker, creamier hot chocolate.
- **Add Vanilla:** Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract into the cooled chocolate mixture.
- **Heat the Milk:** In a 2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, gently heat 4 cups of whole milk until it's very hot and small bubbles begin to form around the edges (about 8-10 minutes). Do not boil.
- **Whip the Cream:** In a small bowl, using a mixer on medium-low speed, beat 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the cooled chocolate mixture until combined.
- **Serve:** Pour the heated milk into a warm coffee pot or carafe to maintain its temperature. Divide the whipped chocolate cream evenly among 8 coffee cups. Fill each cup with the warm milk.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
71g
Carbs
6g
