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Thursday, December 5, 2013

Rich & Thick Hot Chocolate


Rich & Thick Hot Chocolate ... Creamy, rich and thick hot chocolate recipe that will warm you up in the cold weather!


Rich & Thick Hot Chocolate
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Serves : 8 ( 1/2 cup servings )


Ingredients :
  • 2 tsp.  cornstarch
  • 4 cups milk, divided
  • 7 oz.  dark chocolate ( or semi-sweet baking chocolate ), chopped
  • 1 1/2 tbsp.  sugar ( adjust to your taste )
  • 1 tsp.  vanilla extract, optional 
Method :
  • Whisk together cornstarch and ( 1/2 cup ) milk in a bowl or cup until smooth.
  • Heat remaining ( 3 1/2 cups ) milk in a large saucepan over medium heat until bubbles appear around edge of saucepan ( about 4 minutes; do not boil ).
  • Whisk in chocolate, sugar and vanilla extract until blended and smooth. Whisk in cornstarch mixture.
  • Bring milk mixture to a light boil, whisking frequently ( about 4 minutes ).
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly ( mixture will thicken as it cools ).
  • Serve immediately with whipped cream, if desired.
Recipe Source : MyRecipes


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Thank you for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!!

22 comments:

  1. Heaven....
    We're getting a tree this w/end and I was planning on making some thick cocoa for us to enjoy while decorating. Now, I have to try your recipe! xo

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  2. that cup is calling me out... so yum, u r tempting me to make a mug today...

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  3. WOWW. This looks so good, perfect for these evenings!

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  4. Finally winter has arrived here and we have a little storm.
    This Hot Chocolate is just perfect for this weather :)

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  5. Perfect for the rainy weather to keep the body and tummy warm. Like it so much.

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  6. We're getting slammed with cold weather, and this looks like such a great way to cozy up :) Looks great Ambreen!

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  7. looks very thick and yummy , my son's favorite , have tomake it for him.

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  8. Me encanta el chocolate caliente en verano e invierno,es perfecto para esperar la Navidad,abrazos.

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  9. Inviting and delicious looking hot chocolate. Perfect for this winter.
    Deepa

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  10. Ah Ambreen I wish I got one cup right now it is sooo cold out here..

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  11. It is looking very yummy and off course i have no words for your presentation.. mind blowing :)

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  12. I never add cornstarch to my hot chocolate, may be thats why yours is so thick.. nice idea !

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  13. Warm, inviting and delicious! Perfect for the season.

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  14. hot chocolate is my favourite as well... looks perfect and delicious...

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  15. Sounds delicious, and I love your cup!!

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