Rich and Thick Hot Chocolate for One Recipe
This rich and thick hot chocolate recipe for one is a decadent and cozy treat made with a blend of cocoa, espresso powder, milk, cream, and high-quality semisweet chocolate. It’s perfectly smooth, velvety, and topped with optional whipped cream for an indulgent single serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (7g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon espresso powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2/3 cup milk (any percentage)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (about 1/3 cup chips)
Optional Topping
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients and water: In a small pot over medium-high heat, whisk together the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, and water until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add milk and cream: Pour in the milk and heavy cream while continuing to whisk. Heat the mixture until it is steaming but not boiling, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
- Incorporate chocolate: Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the chopped semisweet chocolate until it melts completely, leaving the hot chocolate thick, smooth, and glossy.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into a cup. Optionally, top with whipped cream for an extra creamy finish and enjoy immediately.
- Optional chocolate drizzle: For a decorative chocolate drizzle, combine 1 1/2 teaspoons of cream or milk with 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons of chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir until smooth, then drizzle over the hot chocolate using a spoon or pipe using a plastic bag with a snipped corner.
Notes
- 2 ounces of chocolate chips is approximately 1/3 cup.
- The chocolate drizzle adds an elegant touch but is optional.
- Use any milk percentage for the desired richness; whole milk will be creamier.
- Be careful not to boil the milk mixture to avoid scalding.
- Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor subtly without adding coffee taste.
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