Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of rich espresso and decadent hot chocolate with this Espresso Hot Chocolate recipe. Creamy, chocolatey, and with a caffeine kick, it’s a cozy winter beverage that’s sure to warm you up.
Ingredients
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Milk Mixture:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Chocolate Mix:
- 1/2 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 2 shots (2 ounces) brewed espresso or strong coffee
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Milk Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine whole milk and heavy cream. Whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Add Chocolate: Stir in chocolate chips until melted and mixture is creamy. Reduce heat, add brewed espresso and vanilla extract. Heat without boiling.
- Serve: Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with oat milk or almond milk and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Adjust coffee strength to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
