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French Hot Chocolate

This French Hot chocolate is a Parisian favorite and it could be yours too. Only 5 ingredients and is the perfect warm drink for a cozy winter night.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Chocolate, Cream, drink, hot, Milk, Vanilla, whipped cream

Materials

  • 8 oz high quality dark chocolate bars
  • 1 3/4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2-4 tbsp brown sugar depending on taste
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • whipped cream for serving optional

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, heat your cream and milk. Once warm, add your brown sugar and mix until dissolved.
  • Cut your chocolate into smaller pieces. This will help melt.
  • Once the milk is hot, add your chocolate and lower the heat. Mix until the chocolate is melted and slightly thickened. Add your vanilla extract.
  • This chocolate is supposed to be thicker than traditional hot chocolate from the powder. If it's too thick, add milk. If too thin, then simmer it until thickened. Once done, ladle into mugs and enjoy with whipped cream on top.