Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy salted caramel hot chocolate made with smooth dark chocolate, luscious caramel sauce, and a hint of sea salt. This comforting beverage combines the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, ideal for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Flavorings
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the base: In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream and heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling, allowing the dairy to gently heat up for a creamy texture.
- Add caramel and chocolate: Stir in 1/2 cup caramel sauce and 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips. Whisk continuously until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Flavor with vanilla: Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix thoroughly to incorporate the rich vanilla flavor throughout the hot chocolate.
- Serve with sea salt: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top to enhance the salted caramel taste. Serve immediately for the best experience.
Notes
- Use whole milk and heavy cream for optimum creaminess.
- Adjust caramel sauce quantity depending on your preferred sweetness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cream with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Sprinkling sea salt enhances the caramel taste by contrasting the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: salted caramel hot chocolate, caramel hot cocoa, homemade hot chocolate, chocolate drink, winter beverage, cozy drink
