Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons dark chocolate sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1 cup 2% milk (or whole milk)
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate sauce, to garnish
Instructions
- Add Chocolate and Vanilla Syrup: In a 12-14 fluid ounce mug suitable for hot drinks, combine 3 tablespoons of dark chocolate sauce and 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla syrup. Stir these together to begin building the hot chocolate base.
- Steam or Froth Milk: Using a milk steamer or frother, heat and froth 1 cup of 2% or whole milk until it is warm and slightly foamed. If you do not have a steamer, gently heat the milk on the stovetop without boiling and whisk vigorously to create some foam.
- Combine and Stir: Pour the steamed milk along with the foam into the mug containing the chocolate and vanilla mixture. Stir thoroughly to blend the ingredients into a smooth, rich hot chocolate.
- Add Toppings: Top the hot chocolate generously with whipped cream. Drizzle additional chocolate sauce over the whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch, mimicking Starbucks presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute dark chocolate sauce with high-quality cocoa powder mixed with sugar for a less sweet version.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond, soy, or oat milk instead of 2% milk.
- If you don’t have vanilla syrup, a few drops of vanilla extract mixed with simple syrup works well.
- Use whole milk for a richer texture and 2% milk for a lighter option.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of chocolate sauce or vanilla syrup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
