Irresistible Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
A rich and velvety salted caramel hot chocolate that combines the sweetness of caramel, luxurious chocolate, and a pinch of flaky sea salt for the ultimate cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk (480 ml)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt (for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Optional garnishes: chocolate shavings, caramel drizzle, crushed pretzels
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until warm, but don’t let it boil.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Stir until fully dissolved.
- Add 1/4 cup of caramel sauce and 1/3 cup of dark chocolate chips. Stir constantly until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth.
- Reduce the heat to low and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or add more caramel if desired. Add a splash of milk if it’s too sweet.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a mug. Top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
Notes
[‘Don’t boil the milk to avoid scalding.’, ‘Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.’, ‘Adjust sweetness to your preference.’, ‘Whisk constantly to avoid clumping.’, ‘Use flaky sea salt for topping to enhance flavor.’, ‘For frothy hot chocolate, use a milk frother or whisk vigorously before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Salted caramel, hot chocolate, cozy drink, winter recipe, easy dessert, chocolate drink