Classic Drinking Chocolate

A luxurious, velvety hot cocoa that prioritizes slow infusion. Heavy cream and milk are gently simmered with cinnamon and fresh vanilla bean before melting in rich dark chocolate, creating a warming dessert beverage.

Ingredients

• 2 OZ Heavy cream
• 7 OZ Milk
• 1 WHOLE Cinnamon stick
• 1 WHOLE Vanilla bean
• 2 OZ Dark chocolate (finely chopped)
• 2 TBSP Fresh whipped cream

How to Make It

1. Combine the heavy cream, milk, cinnamon stick, and vanilla bean in a small saucepan.
2. Heat very slowly over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the spices to infuse, ensuring the milk does not boil over.
3. Remove the cinnamon stick and vanilla bean from the mixture.
4. Add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the hot liquid.
5. Whisk or stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the texture is smooth.
6. Pour into a coffee mug and serve immediately, topped with a dense layer of fresh whipped cream.

Glassware

Coffee Mug

Hot Chocolate Dessert Winter Comfort Non-Alcoholic