Alicia Sanchez
@sanchezcuisinealicia
Rich Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa
Indulge in a creamy and rich dark chocolate hot cocoa that's perfect for warming up on a chilly day. This delightful beverage combines the richness of dark chocolate with the smoothness of whole milk, sweetened just right with brown sugar and topped with a hint of cinnamon. Enjoy it as a cozy treat or a special dessert drink!
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:5
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings1
Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 1 1/2 teaspoons, or to taste
- 2 ounces, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon, or more to taste
- 1 pinch, or more to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Rich Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa.
Step 1
To create a delightful cup of hot cocoa, start by pouring whole milk into a saucepan and heating it over medium heat.
Step 2
Keep an eye on it as it warms, stirring occasionally, until itās just about to reach a boilāthis should take around 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 3
Once the milk is steaming, sprinkle in some brown sugar and stir gently until itās completely dissolved, which will take about a minute.
Step 4
Now, itās time to add the star of the show: dark chocolate.
Step 5
Toss in the chocolate and stir continuously, watching as it melts into the creamy milk.
Step 6
This should take about 2 to 3 minutes, and the aroma will be irresistible! After the chocolate has fully melted, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Step 7
Stir in some heavy whipping cream for that extra richness, and donāt forget to add a pinch of ground cinnamon to elevate the flavorsāfeel free to adjust the amount to suit your taste.
Step 8
Finally, pour your luscious hot cocoa into your favorite mugs and serve it up immediately.
Step 9
Take a moment to savor the rich, comforting flavors as you enjoy this cozy treat.
Step 10
Perfect for chilly evenings or a sweet pick-me-up!.