Malted Hot Chocolate Recipe

Warm up from the inside out with this decadent malted hot chocolate! Perfect for a chilly day at the rink or a cozy night in, this rich and creamy recipe uses high-quality chocolate for an unforgettable experience. Imagine the blissful combination of smooth, malty chocolate, topped with luscious whipped cream and crunchy chocolate-covered malt balls. This easy recipe is ready in under 20 minutes – pure indulgence awaits!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 193 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Malted Hot Chocolate

  • 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Chocolate Malt Powder
  • Bittersweet Chocolate

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How to Make Malted Hot Chocolate

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is just about to boil.
  2. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  3. Whisk in 1/4 cup malted milk powder and 4 ounces of finely chopped high-quality dark chocolate (such as Lindt), until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour into a heated vacuum bottle to keep warm (optional).
  5. Top with whipped cream and crushed chocolate-covered malt balls before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

28g

Carbs

6g