French Hot Chocolate Recipe
This French Hot Chocolate Recipe is rich, smooth and very comforting. It tastes thick and creamy. This drink feels like a warm hug. French people enjoy it slowly in cafes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 ounces dark chocolate chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Heat the Milk
- Pour milk into a saucepan. Heat gently on low. Do not let it boil.
Add Chocolate
- Add chopped dark chocolate to warm milk. Stir slowly until chocolate melts completely.
Add Sugar
- Add sugar to the pan. Whisk gently until fully dissolved in the mixture.
Add Cream
- Pour heavy cream into the chocolate milk. Stir well to make it thick.
Add Flavor
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix gently for balanced flavor.
Simmer Lightly
- Let mixture simmer on low heat. Stir often to avoid burning.
Check Texture
- Check thickness using a spoon. It should coat the spoon lightly.
Serve Hot
- Pour hot chocolate into mugs. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate always.
- Do not boil the milk.
- Stir constantly to avoid lumps.
- Adjust sugar based on taste.
- Use whole milk for best texture.