The season calls for comforting flavors, and sweet treats need no excuse.
Joy is here to stay – at the table and all around. Proof of that is this delightful hot chocolate, topped with marshmallows for
an extra touch of happiness and served in one of the season’s newest arrivals, Almara.
INGREDIENTS
2½ cups whole milk
¾ cup heavy cream / double cream
150 g / 5 oz dark chocolate, finely chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Whipped cream, to serve
Mini marshmallows, to serve
Cocoa powder, to sprinkle
STEPS
STEP 1
Heat the milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until hot, but do not allow them to boil.STEP 2
Add the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar and salt. Stir continuously until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
STEP 3
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Then, pour the hot chocolate into Almara mugs.
STEP 4
Top generously with whipped cream and scatter with mini marshmallows.
STEP 5
Top generously with whipped cream and scatter with mini marshmallows.
Finish with a light sprinkle of cocoa powder and serve.
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