Ingredients
Hot Chocolate Base
- 5 cups whole milk
- 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (add more to taste)
Toppings
- Can of whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Pour the whole milk into a pot and place it over low heat. Keeping the heat low is essential to prevent the milk from scorching during the long heating process.
- Add Sweetened Ingredients: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and vanilla extract to the pot with the milk.
- Stir Continuously: Stir the mixture regularly for at least 30 minutes, maintaining low heat to ensure the chocolate melts evenly and the mixture thickens without burning at the bottom.
- Prepare Whipped Cream: While the hot chocolate heats, spoon ordinary whipped cream into a mixing bowl and stir gently with a spoon to remove excess bubbles, creating a smoother, more elegant topping.
- Serve: Ladle the thick and creamy hot chocolate into mugs.
- Add Toppings: Spoon the smooth whipped cream over the hot chocolate in each mug.
- Garnish: Lightly sprinkle a line of ground cinnamon across each mug for a warm, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Keep the heat on low to prevent burning the milk and chocolate mixture.
- Continuous stirring is crucial to achieve a smooth, rich texture without lumps or scorched spots.
- You can adjust the vanilla extract quantity to suit your taste.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and condensed milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Use freshly ground cinnamon for the best flavor and aroma in the garnish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
