Starbucks Hot Chocolate
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Starbucks Hot Chocolate
Description
Starbucks Hot Chocolate begins with a chocolate ganache composed of semi-sweet chocolate melted together with heavy cream until smooth and glossy. This ganache provides a deep chocolate flavor base. Steamed milk is heated just below boiling and then aerated by shaking to create foam. The ganache is blended into the hot milk to make a creamy and rich hot chocolate drink. Toppings like whipped cream and additional chocolate syrup can be added for extra sweetness and texture.
The balance between the bittersweet chocolate and creamy milk creates a velvety and comforting beverage. The careful melting of the chocolate ganache ensures no grainy texture, keeping the drink smooth. The whipping of the milk produces a slight froth that contributes to mouthfeel, similar to café-prepared hot chocolates.
Serve the hot chocolate immediately for best texture and flavor. The chocolate ganache can be refrigerated when not in use and brought back to room temperature before mixing. This recipe allows customization with optional toppings like whipped cream or chocolate syrup for added richness.
Ingredients
Chocolate Ganache
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 4 ounces heavy cream
Hot Chocolate
- 4 ounces milk
- 2 tablespoons Whipped Cream optional topping
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup optional topping
Instructions
Chocolate Ganache
- Heat the chocolate and heavy cream in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir.
- If needed, microwave the mixture for another 10 to 15 seconds and stir again to ensure the chocolate is fully melted. Stir until it is smooth.
- Store the ganache in your refrigerator when not using. Bring it to room temperature before using it to make hot chocolate.
Hot Chocolate
- Steam milk by heating it in the microwave until hot (180°F). Do not let it boil.
- Pour the hot steamed milk into a jar, seal the jar with a lid, and shake the jar vigorously until the milk has increased in size.
- Add 4 ounces of chocolate ganache and stir until well blended.
- Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.
Notes
- Semi-sweet chocolate bars or chips can be used interchangeably in the ganache.
- Store the ganache in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before reheating for best blending.
- Do not boil the milk; heat it to about 180°F for optimal steaming and frothing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 633 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 633kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 28g | 140% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 543mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 1076IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 206mg | 21% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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