HOT CHOCOLATE
Ingredients
- 1 1 1recipe of master ganache
Hot Chocolate
- 2 2 2cups CUP_USVolumewhole milk
- 1/2 1/2 1/2cup CUP_USVolumecream
- 2 2 2tablespoons TABLESPOON_USVolumeunsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 1/2 1/2teaspoon TEASPOON_USVolumevanilla extract
- whipped cream (optional)
- chocolate shavings for serving (optional)
Master Ganache
- 8 8 8ounces OUNCE_USVolumebittersweet chocolate
- 1 1 1cup CUP_USVolumeheavy cream
Instructions
- Using a serrated knife, finely chop the chocolate into 1/4-inch pieces.
- Place the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Boiling means the cream will actually rise up in the pan and threaten to boil over.
- Place the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Boiling means the cream will actually rise up in the pan and threaten to boil over.
- Immediately pour the boiling cream over the chopped chocolate. Tap the bowl on the counter to settle the chocolate into the cream, then let it sit for 1 minute. Using a rubber spatula, slowly stir in a circular motion, starting from the center of the bowl and working out to the sides. Be careful not to add too much air to the ganache. Stir until all the chocolate is melted, about 2 minutes. It may look done after 1 minute of stirring, but keep going to be sure it’s emulsified.
- Bring the milk and cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the cocoa powder and whisk or use blender to dissolve.Remove from heat and add the ganache. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until well combined, about 4 minutes. Stir in the vanilla.
- Serve the hot chocolate right away. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Enhance this hot chocolate with peppermint or cinnamon. Serve with holiday cookies.
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