Creamy Delight of Whipped Hot Chocolate
A delightful hot chocolate topped with a creamy whipped chocolate mix, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (or powdered sugar)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- 2 cups whole milk (or your favorite milk alternative)
- 2 oz milk or dark chocolate, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional garnish)
- Chocolate shavings (optional garnish)
- Mini marshmallows (optional garnish)
- Crushed peppermint or cinnamon (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Use a whisk or electric mixer to whip until light and fluffy, then set aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming; stir in chopped chocolate until melted and smooth, then add vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a mug. Spoon the whipped chocolate over the top.
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, marshmallows, or your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Mix cocoa powder and sugar ahead and store in an airtight container. Chop chocolate in advance. Prepare milk in the fridge for quick assembly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, whipped chocolate, cozy drink, winter beverage, creamy drink