Description
A rich and indulgent hot chocolate made with brown butter and infused with vanilla bean for a delightful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup brown butter
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the brown butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- Add the cocoa powder and sugar to the brown butter, stirring until well combined.
- Slowly whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and continue to whisk until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla bean seeds and the pod for extra flavor.
- Heat the mixture until hot but not boiling, then remove from heat.
- Serve in mugs topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- This recipe can be made dairy-free by using almond milk and coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg