Ready in just 10 minutes, this rich and creamy hot chocolate tastes better than café-style drinks.
Homemade Hot chocolate: I have always loved a warm cup of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream on a Sunday morning or any other day. We can’t ignore its heavenly taste, can we? I certainly can’t, especially when it has chocolate chips on it. Even if its summer or winter, when you’re tucked in bed with a blanket on, all you want is a cup of something sweeter in your hands and binge watch your favourite show, hot chocolate is the ultimate go to place for me, because nothing tastes better that that.
Instead of spending money on a small and expensive cup, you can make it at home either by yourself or with your family, I would always make it with my family. Sweet way of making memories, i think.
what not to do
To make something of taste , one must know its right and wrongs. A lot of people use hot chocolate powder just to save their time but it’s not always worth it. Friends, I tell you, it’s super easy to make a creamy and to your liking type of hot chocolate if you are willing to give yourself a delicious treat just for the sake of it and please put that powder down and have your hands experience a bit of life! Trust me, you wouldn’t want that.
Some things to keep in mind:
Do not use water instead of milk. It will make the hot chocolate thin and less creamy
Don’t overheat or boil the milk
Don’t stop stirring. it will make uneven texture
ingredients
A lot of people make hot chocolate from those packed powder, you know those less creamy, watery texture but it’s a whole different story when you make with real milk and real chocolate with that luxuries, creamy and sweetness texture, A splendid mixture of raw cocoa powder and much more!
Its super easy to make and requires only 5 ingredients!
Chocolate chips, which melts into the hot chocolate and adds richness and smooth chocolate taste.
milk, a Whole milk for a creamy texture.
Sugar, a type of sweetner.
Cocoa powder, a bitter chocolate taste that decides how sweet your drink would be.
Vanilla Extract, A splash of it added at the end enhances the chocolate flavour.
step-by-step instructions
Make sure you’re ready before we dive in
For 1-2 servings:
1 cup milk
2-3 tbsp chocolate chips
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1-2 tbsp sugar(you can add more or less to your taste)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Step 1: Heat the milk into a pan.
The heat should be low or medium-low and turn it off when the milk starts to make tiny bubbles or steam.
Boiling can ruin the texture and taste, so keep it mild and gentle.
Step 2: Melt the chocolate chips.
Add the chocolate chips to the warm milk. Stir it continuously using a spoon and keep it that way until the chips are fully melted and the mixture becomes smooth. That’s when you get your drink a rich, creamy chocolate flavor.
Step 3: Add cocoa powder.
Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder into the drink. Stir well to avoid lumps or as i call it the solid bits or bubbles.
Step 4: Add sugar.
Add 1-2 tbsp sugar depending on your preference. Stir until completely dissolved.
Step 5: Add vanilla extract.
Turn off the heat and add 1/4 tbsp or 2 drops of vanilla extract. It enhances the chocolate flavour.
Now pour it into you favourite mug and enjoy the delightful taste or your Homemade hot chocolate!
Want it extra rich? use Half and Half( 50% milk and 50% cream) instead of plain milk.
Don’t have cocoa Powder? use dark chocolate(70% cocoa)
Flavor Boosters? a shot of espresso would go perfect(hot chocolate with espresso calls for a sweet date night dessert)
Want sugar free? use unsweetened cocoa powder
That was just a simple recipe for a quick drink, but what if you were to make for guests? something special has to add to make a good impression on them and yourself!
Personally i have so many options, well, i can just name every one of them, you can choose whatever you like:
Marshmallows
Chocolate syrup
Sprinkles
crushed oreo(all time favourite)
Toasted nuts
Whipping cream
The options are endless.
And now the guests are booming about the secret of your hot chocolate recipe!
Recommended Products
If you want the best results, using good-quality ingredients and tools can make a big difference. Here are a few helpful options:
Cocoa Powder:
A high-quality cocoa powder gives your hot
chocolate a darker, richer flavour.
Chocolate Chips:
Good-quality chocolate chips melt smoothly and give a rich, creamy texture.
Whisk
A whisk helps mix everything evenly and prevents lumps in your drink.
Vanilla Extract
Adds a subtle aroma and enhances the overall flavour of the hot chocolate.
Measuring Cup
Helps measure ingredients accurately for the perfect balance.
Saucepan
A good-quality saucepan ensures even heating and the best hot chocolate.