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Parisian Thick Hot Chocolate

Laura Bay
Enjoy a steaming mug of French hot chocolate on a cold winter day, and let the warmth and richness transport you to a cozy café in the heart of Paris.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine French
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups high-quality chocolate, chocolate chips, or finely chopped chocolate bar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 tsp instant coffee (optional)

whipped cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  • In a small pot, heat the milk and cream together over medium heat until steaming.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the chocolate, instant coffee, and sugar (if using). Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Pour into cups
  • Whip the heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form. Add a generous spoonful of whipped cream on top of each cup.
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