Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
A rich and indulgent hot chocolate infused with sweet and salty caramel flavor, perfect for cozy evenings or special treats.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Stir in the caramel sauce and sea salt, mixing until well blended.
- Heat the mixture until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of caramel sauce and salt to taste.
- Use dark cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Dairy-free milk and cream alternatives can be used for a vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: salted caramel, hot chocolate, cozy drink, winter beverage, chocolate recipe
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