Description
Delight in the festive warmth of Christmas Chocolate Hot Cups, a luscious blend of creamy whole milk, rich heavy cream, and a decadent mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these cozy cups are topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles or mini marshmallows for a charming seasonal treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate (or milk chocolate), chopped
Toppings
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Holiday sprinkles or mini marshmallows, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat milk and cream: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine whole milk and heavy cream. Stir occasionally until the mixture begins to simmer, ensuring it doesn’t boil to preserve the creamy texture.
- Melt the chocolates: Lower the heat to medium-low and add semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped dark chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate has melted completely and the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- Add vanilla extract: Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the hot chocolate with a warm, aromatic flavor that enhances the overall richness.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate evenly into small cups or espresso cups, creating a perfect portion for a festive presentation.
- Garnish: Top each cup generously with whipped cream and finish with holiday sprinkles or mini marshmallows to add a joyful and decorative touch.
Notes
- Do not boil the milk and cream mixture to avoid curdling and maintain smoothness.
- Use high-quality chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by choosing milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate if preferred.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on the number of servings desired.
- For a vegan version, substitute dairy milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use vegan chocolate chips.
