Creamy Whipped Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows and Chocolate Garnishes Recipe
Indulge in a rich and creamy Whipped Hot Chocolate that’s perfect for warming up on a chilly day. This decadent recipe combines the intense flavor of chocolate milk with a fluffy topping made from dry hot chocolate mix and heavy cream, finished with delightful garnishes like mini marshmallows, chocolate sprinkles, chocolate shavings, and mini chocolate chips for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Hot Chocolate Base
- 2 tablespoons dry hot chocolate mix
- 3 cups chocolate milk
Whipped Topping
- 5 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons dry hot chocolate mix (used within the topping for flavor)
Garnish
- Mini marshmallows
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Chocolate shavings
- Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Hot Chocolate Base: In a medium saucepan, heat the chocolate milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Mix the Dry Hot Chocolate: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of dry hot chocolate mix with a small amount of warm chocolate milk to form a smooth paste. Add the paste back to the saucepan and stir well to fully incorporate.
- Whip the Cream Topping: In a chilled bowl, add 5 tablespoons of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of dry hot chocolate mix. Using a hand mixer or whisk, whip the cream mixture until soft peaks form and it becomes light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Drink: Pour the warm hot chocolate into mugs, then gently spoon the whipped chocolate cream on top of each.
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle mini marshmallows, chocolate sprinkles, chocolate shavings, and mini chocolate chips over the whipped topping to garnish and enhance the flavor and texture.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the whipped hot chocolate hot and enjoy the rich, velvety taste combined with the fluffy whipped topping and sweet garnishes.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and chocolate milk with almond or oat milk.
- Adjust the amount of dry hot chocolate mix according to your desired chocolate intensity.
- To make the whipped topping more stable, chill the mixing bowl and beaters prior to whipping.
- Use high-quality chocolate milk for the best flavor.
- Garnishes can be customized or omitted based on preference.
Keywords: Whipped Hot Chocolate, Hot Chocolate Recipe, Creamy Hot Chocolate, Chocolate Drink, Winter Beverage, Holiday Drink