Ingredients for French Style Hot Chocolate
- Chocolate Pieces
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup half and half
- Sugar
- Ground Nutmeg
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Allspice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Heavy Cream
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How to Make French Style Hot Chocolate
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped dark chocolate and 1 cup of whole milk. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the remaining 1 cup of whole milk and the half and half.
- Add the granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Continue to cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the hot chocolate is heated through and steaming (do not boil).
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
81g
Fat
62g
Carbs
10g
