One of my favorite treats during the winter is a nice cup of creamy hot cocoa. Here in South Carolina the past few days have been very cold, not as cold in some other parts of the world but to us it was freezing. So what better to do than sit down with some friends and enjoy a nice hot cup of cocoa? Today I bring you my recipe for creamy hot chocolate, I hope you enjoy this decadent treat.
For a special added treat I tip-toed over to one of my favorite blogs The Simply Luxurious Life for a whipped cream topping recipe.
Ingredients
1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream
1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Make the whipping cream by mixing the cream, sugar, and vanilla until peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Ingredients (makes 4 servings)
1/3 cup of cocoa powder
3/4 cup of white sugar
1 pinch of salt
1/3 cup of water
3 1/2 cup of milk
3/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 splash of heavy whipping cream (optional)
Directions
1. Boil water
2. Combine cocoa, sugar, and salt in a saucepan and blend in boiling water. Bring the mixture to a light boil for 1-2 minutes (don't forget to stir so that it does not burn).
3. Stir in milk and heat until hot, but don't boil.
4. Add splash of heavy whipping cream. (optional)
5. Remove from heat and add vanilla.
6. Now serve and enjoy.
Thanks for reading. XOXO
