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Dreamy Hot Chocolate Float
5 from 3 votes

Dreamy Hot Chocolate Float

This homemade hot chocolate float is a dreamy and indulgent dessert perfect for chilly evenings.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 458 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 12g
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 5g
  • ¼ teaspoon espresso powder optional
  • Pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 ounce bittersweet chocolate chopped (high-quality chips are fine, or semisweet chocolate
  • 1 cup milk any percentage*
  • 1 coop vanilla ice cream good-quality

Instructions

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  1. In a small pot, combine sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, and water. Whisk over medium heat until smooth. Add chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.
  2. Whisk in milk and heat until steaming.
  3. Transfer to an 8-ounce mug, leaving about an inch of space at the top of the glass.
  4. Add a generous scoop of ice cream. Serve with a spoon and enjoy!

Notes

  • *1 ounce of chocolate = about 2 slightly heaping tablespoons chopped chocolate/chocolate chips. 
  • *For an extra rich drink, replace ⅓ cup of the milk with half and half or heavy cream.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 458kcal (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 458

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 458kcal 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.