Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Finely chop the dark chocolate to ensure it melts smoothly and evenly.
- In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium until just simmering, stirring frequently.
- Once steaming, add the chopped dark chocolate and sugar. Whisk continuously until melted and smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt until well combined and steaming hot.
- Pour into a pre-warmed mug and top with whipped cream or cocoa powder as desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, consider adding a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Experiment with toppings such as marshmallows or chocolate shavings for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg