Rich N' Creamy Hot Chocolate Recipe

Name: Rich N' Creamy Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. semi-sweet real chocolate chips; 1/2 c. sugar or fructose; 1/2 c. water; pinch of salt; 5 1/2 c. milk or soy milk; 2 c. whipping cream; 2 tsp. vanilla; liqueurs; sweetened whipped cream; grated chocolate; grated lemon peel; grated orange peel; cinnamon; nutmeg

Servings: persons

1/2 c. semi-sweet real chocolate chips
1/2 c. sugar or fructose
1/2 c. water
pinch of salt
5 1/2 c. milk or soy milk
2 c. whipping cream
2 tsp. vanilla
liqueurs
sweetened whipped cream
grated chocolate
grated lemon peel
grated orange peel
cinnamon
nutmeg

1
In 3-quart saucepan, melt chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly.
2
Stir in sugar, water and salt.
3
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with wire whisk, until mixture comes to full boil (4 to 5 minutes).
4
Boil, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
5
Stir in milk and whipping cream.
6
Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through (12 to 15 minutes).
7
DO NOT BOIL.
8
Add vanilla.
9
Beat with wire whisk or rotary beater until frothy.
10
Pour into mugs.
11
If desired, add 1 to 2 tablespoons liqueur to each serving.
12
Top each serving with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream.
13
If desired, garnish with one of the following: grated chocolate, grated lemon peel, grated orange peel, cinnamon or nutmeg.

902

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. semi-sweet real chocolate chips, 1/2 c. sugar or fructose, 1/2 c. water, pinch of salt, and more.

Yes, Rich N' Creamy Hot Chocolate falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Rich N' Creamy Hot Chocolate

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Variations & substitutions

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