French Hot Chocolate
French Hot Chocolate, La Chocoat Chaud, is a true indulgence and so well worth it! Unlike traditional American varieties, it’s not made from cocoa powder but instead it uses a mixture of, milk, heavy cream and real chocolate. The difference in ingredients creates an intense, rich flavor and a lovely thick consistency.
Le Chocolat Chaud is meant for slow sipping on cold Winter nights!
INGREDIENTS
- 6 oz unsweetened chopped chocolate
- ½ cup water
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream whipped into stiff peaks
- 6 cups whole milk
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add chocolate and water to a small pot on low heat and stir until chocolate melts and is completely smooth.
- Stir in sugar and salt over low heat. Continue to heat and stir for abut 4 minutes or until it is pretty thick then remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Fold the chocolate into whipped cream and set in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, add two heaping tablespoons of chocolate cream mixture to a mug then fill it with hot milk.
NOTES
Store the leftover French hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat, use a microwave or a saucepan on low heat.