Once you learn how to make homemade hot chocolate, you will never buy the powdery mix again. Homemade hot chocolate is thicker, creamier, and far more luxurious than anything you’ve ever tasted!
Christmas is all about cherished memories and making the season special for your loved ones. What could possibly be more special than cozying up around the fire with that special someone and handing them a nice warm mug of hot chocolate with undissolved particles of powder still floating on top?
Because what better way is there to say, “I’d do anything for you… except make you a proper cup of hot chocolate, or bring out the trash, or visit your mothers, or…”. You get the gist.
Homemade Hot Chocolate
However, if this Christmas season you long for something better, let me show you how to make homemade hot chocolate! My hot chocolate recipe is rich, creamy, and luxurious. Yes, it is a little more work than your shake & bake coco, but the results are worth it.
Homemade Hot Chocolate Ingredients
This comforting and creamy drink consists primarily of milk and semi-sweet chocolate. However, the secret ingredient is egg yolk. (Don’t worry, it gets cooked) Egg yolk adds a delectably thick and creamy mouthfeel to the drink that really lets you know this is not your ordinary hot chocolate.
How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate
The recipe calls for whisking the egg yolk in a pan. If you are using nonstick cookware I recommend using a Silicone Whisk (affiliate link) to prevent scratching your cookware. They are cheap enough that there is no reason not to keep them on hand. Whisking the egg yolk makes it creamy so it can fully incorporate into your drink, while gently cooking it at the same time.
The chocolate is melted in a saucepan and then combined with a bit of the milk, so they incorporate smoothly. This mixture is then combined with the egg yolk and finally, the remaining milk is added. Taking your time and combining everything slowly is the key to making this drink outrageously smooth and creamy.
Hot Chocolate with Alcohol
If you crave a boozier hot chocolate, there is no judgment here. I have written a separate post on spike hot chocolate featuring Baileys Irish Cream. However, you can add a shot of brandy or whiskey to your homemade hot chocolate as well.
How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk, divided
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate
- 1 egg yolk
- marshmallows
- Optional: Brandy
Instructions
- Heat 1/4 cup of the milk and chocolate on low in a sauce pan and whisk to thoroughly combine.
- In separate pan heated on low whisk the egg yolk until smooth and heated, being careful not to curdle.
- Slowly add chocolate mixture by the spoonful into the yolk while whisking continually. Add the remaining milk and heat to temperature.
- Add brandy to a mug, if desired, and add hot chocolate. Top with marshmallows.
- Scale this recipe as needed to yield more servings.
Notes
This recipe was originally published on FoxValleyFoodie.com December 5, 2016.
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cakespy says
This sounds crazy delicious, like a mousse-hot chocolate melange! Brilliant.
Kelly says
Haha! I subscribed and followed you on Pinterest! That’s a neat trick, using egg yolk. I bet it gives it a lovely texture. Can’t wait to try it! Your pictures are really beautiful, too!