A rich, steaming cup of hot chocolate is a comforting drink known by many names—and many variations—throughout the world. And they’re not just for kids!
This particular recipe is only for adults thanks to a healthy dose of booze. Whipped cream and mini marshmallows are optional.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
●Igredients
●Instructions
●Serve
Ingredients
●2 cups whole milk
●6 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
●3 ounces liquor of choice, such as bourbon, rum, or a cream liqueur
●1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
●1 pinch kosher salt
●Optional toppings: mini marshmallows or whipped cream, chocolate shavings, sprinkles
Method
1.Warm the milk:
Warm the milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until it begins to barely simmer but not boil (watch for small bubbles around the edges).
2.Add the chocolate:
Add in the chopped chocolate and whisk until combined and smooth, about 5 minutes. There should be no remaining specks of chocolate, the color should turn from a pale tan to a milk chocolatey brown, and the bottom of your pan should be coated with the mixture.
3.Remove from the heat and add the remaining ingredients:
Remove from the heat and stir in the liquor, vanilla extract, and salt.
4.Cool slightly and serve:
Let sit to cool to a safe drinking temperature for about 5 minutes (still hot but not burning). Pour into heatproof mugs. If a skin forms while cooling, just whisk it for a few seconds to reincorporate.
Enjoy as-is or topped with desired toppings.