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starbucks hot chocolate recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream, for topping
  • 1 tsp chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the mixture forms a thick, glossy sauce.
  2. Add the whole milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the pan. Whisk over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until the milk reaches 150°F (65°C) with small bubbles at the edges. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk vigorously for 20 seconds to build foam, then pour into a mug.
  4. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup or a dusting of cocoa powder. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can make a larger batch of the mocha sauce and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks — just reheat a spoonful with fresh milk when you want a cup. If your cocoa powder clumps when you add it to the pan, give the sauce an extra 30 seconds of stirring before adding the milk. Whole milk really does make a difference here over skim; the fat is what gives the drink body.