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Creamy European Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream

A rich, thick European-style hot chocolate made with real dark chocolate and topped with fresh whipped cream.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Hot Chocolate
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz dark chocolate finely chopped
  • 1.5 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
Whipped Cream
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

  1. Heat milk and cream in a saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming.
  2. Add chopped chocolate and stir until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Simmer gently 3–5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  6. Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and texture.