Description
This cozy, indulgent hot chocolate is made with a blend of dark and white chocolate, whole milk, and topped with maple-infused whipped cream. A rich, creamy, alcohol-free treat that’s perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon confectioners’ sugar
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Whisk the milk and cornstarch together in a medium saucepan until smooth.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it just starts to boil.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in the dark and white chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar and maple syrup until stiff peaks form.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with a generous spoonful of maple whipped cream or marshmallows.
Notes
- Use oat milk and coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Add cinnamon or vanilla extract for a festive twist.
- Use more dark chocolate and skip the white for a deeper cocoa flavor.
- Top with caramel or chocolate syrup for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
