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How to make homemade hot chocolate
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How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate

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!
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time8 minutes
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 535kcal
Author: Fox Valley Foodie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk, divided
  • 2 oz semisweet chocolate
  • 1 egg yolk
  • marshmallows
  • Optional: Brandy

Instructions

  • Heat ¼ 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

IF YOU LIKE THIS RECIPE you will love my Peppermint Coffee Hot Chocolate recipe! It is perfect for the holiday season!

Nutrition

Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 223mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 644mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 655IU | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 4mg