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Hot Drinking Chocolate Recipe

Indulge in this decadent and velvety hot drinking chocolate, a recipe straight from an ultimate chocolate cookbook! This luxurious beverage is incredibly easy to make in just 10 minutes, creating a rich and frothy treat perfect for chilly evenings or a special occasion. Elevate your hot chocolate experience with this simple yet elegant recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 497.3 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Drinking Chocolate

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 ounces finely chopped dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
  • 2 large egg yolks

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How to Make Hot Drinking Chocolate

  1. Heat 2 cups of whole milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 4 ounces of finely chopped high-quality dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) to the warm milk.
  3. Stir gently and continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large egg yolks until light and frothy.
  5. Gradually whisk in ½ cup of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks, tempering them to prevent scrambling.
  6. Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the remaining hot chocolate in the saucepan.
  7. Whisk constantly over low heat for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (do not boil).
  8. Remove from heat and optionally, froth the mixture using an electric mixer for a luxurious texture.
  9. Pour into mugs and garnish with a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

129g

Carbs

9g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Easy Beginner Cook Kid Friendly Winter Chocolate Dietary Low Sodium Seasonal Comfort Food Low Carb Inexpensive Low In Something Brunch Taste Mood Number Of Servings Non Alcoholic