Get Cozy: Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate can be a canvas for creativity, don’t ya think?

I’ve experimented with it in many ways. From vitamin C with vanilla flavors (who doesn’t love chocolate and citrus), guava, cherries, to frozen versions (think Serendipity3) and the red wine adult version. This time, I’m keeping it classic with melted chocolate and cocoa powder. My classic anyway.

To make it, melt a cup (think professional quality) of chocolate using a bain-marie. That’s fancy for a heat safe bowl over boiling water. Don’t let chocolate touch the water though. No bueno. Microwave is obviously sufficient. Add a pinch of salt and a tiny bit of coconut oil. Then, mix in goat milk or cow milk. Top it with tons of marshmallows because more is more (these are store bought but Ina Garten has a great recipe should you choose to make them), more chocolate disks, AND edible gold stars. Life is life; we need some sparkles! ✨

For my whipped cream, if that’s your jam, yes, you can also add jam. I add vanilla, cinnamon, chai spices, and a hint of cayenne. Sometimes, I even mix in cocoa powder for even more extra richness chocolate goodness. That’s another post altogether. Next hot chocolate.

Bar Chef notes: Consider adding red wine.