French Hot Chocolate Recipe
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4.9
French Hot Chocolate Recipe
Description
The French Hot Chocolate Recipe involves slowly heating pieces of semisweet or bittersweet chocolate in a saucepan with whole milk, heavy cream, and brown sugar, then stirring until the mixture reaches a smooth, slightly thickened consistency. Vanilla extract is added to enhance the flavor. The beverage is thicker than standard hot chocolate but not as dense as chocolate fondue, striking a balance that allows sipping while offering a rich chocolate taste. Adjusting thickness is simple by simmering longer to thicken or adding more milk to thin the mixture.
This hot chocolate is best served immediately while it retains its creamy, warm texture. It can be enjoyed as an indulgent treat during colder months or when wishing for a cozy beverage with depth and smoothness from quality chocolate and cream.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces chocolate bars semisweet or bittersweet, quality
- 1 3/4 cup milk whole
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Break the chocolate into pieces and place in a sauce pot. Set the pot over medium-low heat and add the milk, cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Stir until the chocolate comes to a low simmer and the drinking chocolate is completely smooth and slightly thickened.
- The drinking chocolate should be substantially thicker than classic hot chocolate, but not as thick as chocolate fondue. If it is too thin, simmer a little longer. If it is too thick, add another 1/4 cup milk. Ladle into mugs and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4ounces | |
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 43mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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