{"id":19765,"date":"2018-11-08T21:18:18","date_gmt":"2018-11-09T03:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/?p=19765"},"modified":"2022-12-22T12:33:42","modified_gmt":"2022-12-22T18:33:42","slug":"sugar-pie-hot-chocolate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/sugar-pie-hot-chocolate\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate (Drinking Chocolate)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This recipe is, hands-down, the <strong>best homemade hot chocolate recipe I&#8217;ve ever had<\/strong>. It&#8217;s so rich, so packed with chocolate flavor, that it&#8217;s hard to put your mug down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I began to experiment with from-scratch hot chocolate recipes and techniques and I ended up with this gem. I get to use my favorite dark chocolate and cocoa powder (the same ones I use in my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/chocolate-cupcake-recipe-the-ultimate-chocolate-cupcake-test-baked-by-50-bakers-and-counting\/\"><strong>chocolate cupcakes<\/strong><\/a>) to guarantee the flavor profile I want in my drinking chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"852\" height=\"1278\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01.jpg\" alt=\"two mugs of hot chocolate with a large marshmallow in each\" class=\"wp-image-19767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01.jpg 852w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-122x183.jpg 122w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-424x636.jpg 424w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-848x1272.jpg 848w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-212x318.jpg 212w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-428x642.jpg 428w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-214x321.jpg 214w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-01-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This super rich homemade hot chocolate is easy to make and results in a decadent and satisfying drinking chocolate that&#8217;s perfect for the cold winter months!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s why this hot chocolate is <em>without a doubt the best one that I have ever made<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>I use milk.<\/strong> Water simply can&#8217;t provide you with a true hot chocolate experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>I use a mix of dark chocolate pieces and unsweetened cocoa powder<\/strong>. The chocolate pieces give the drink some thickness and an intense chocolate flavor, while the cocoa powder keeps it from turning into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/chocolate-ganache\/\"><strong>ganache<\/strong><\/a> that&#8217;s too thick to drink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>I use a sweetener other than white sugar.<\/strong> While I love cassonade syrup (a caramelized sugar syrup that tastes like a cross between golden syrup and light molasses), this recipe also works well with <a rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000BTEHRC\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000BTEHRC&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=cupcakeprojec-20\" target=\"_blank\">treacle [paid link]<\/a>, golden syrup, maple syrup, date syrup, or even sorghum molasses. <em>Using a syrup adds complexity.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"852\" height=\"1278\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04.jpg\" alt=\"a bottle of cassonade syrup next to a mug of hot chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-19770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04.jpg 852w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-122x183.jpg 122w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-424x636.jpg 424w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-848x1272.jpg 848w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-212x318.jpg 212w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-428x642.jpg 428w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-214x321.jpg 214w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-04-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use a special kind of sweetener like cassonade syrup to give your homemade hot chocolate a sweet finish with complexity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter makes it better.<\/strong> Butter is the secret to this super rich hot chocolate. The butter makes me feel like I&#8217;m drinking a liquid version of my addictive chocolate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/the-best-pie-youve-never-tried-skillet-sugar-pie\/\"><strong>sugar pie<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-it-s-made\">How It&#8217;s Made<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat or in the microwave until hot but not boiling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Melt butter in another small saucepan on medium heat. Once it&#8217;s melted, add chocolate pieces to the melted butter and stir until completely melted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir in the cocoa powder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whisk in hot milk a little bit at a time until completely combined, then whisk in your syrup. Continue to heat until mixture is nearly boiling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove from heat and serve hot in a mug, topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, or both &#8211; and drizzle some extra syrup on top!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips-and-faqs\">Expert Tips and FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"852\" height=\"1278\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02.jpg\" alt=\"closeup shot of a mug of hot chocolate with a large marshmallow on top\" class=\"wp-image-19768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02.jpg 852w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-122x183.jpg 122w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-424x636.jpg 424w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-848x1272.jpg 848w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-212x318.jpg 212w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-428x642.jpg 428w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-214x321.jpg 214w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Hot-Chocolate-02-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perfect for Christmas and getting cozy for December holidays, this is the best hot chocolate recipe that will become a new go-to when you want a rich and comforting drinking chocolate.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1606938831930\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How is hot cocoa different from hot chocolate?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><em>Hot cocoa is not hot chocolate.<\/em> The former is made from a powder, while the latter is made from milk or cream combined with actual chocolate. <strong>Hot chocolate is also called drinking chocolate<\/strong>.<br\/><br\/>Over the years, I&#8217;ve made hot cocoa using all manner of gourmet hot cocoa mixes. I even own a hot cocoa-making machine (basically a kettle that heats and froths the milk). Cocoa mixes alone never created the chocolate nirvana that I craved.<br\/><br\/>Hot cocoa can be good, but <strong>hot chocolate can be divine<\/strong>.<\/p>
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<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1606938888958\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the best syrups to use in this recipe?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I love using cassonade syrup, but it can be difficult to source. Treacle, unsulphured molasses, golden syrup, maple syrup, date syrup, and sorghum molasses are all excellent choices.<\/p>
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<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671565785181\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What milk is best for homemade hot chocolate?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Classic dairy milk is one of the best bases for any hot chocolate mix. Whole milk will result in a super creamy and decadent homemade hot chocolate. For a non-dairy option, use hazelnut milk, oat milk, or almond milk.<\/p>
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d=\"M11.99,1.94c-.35,0-.67.19-.83.51l-2.56,5.2c-.11.24-.34.4-.61.43l-5.75.83c-.35.05-.64.3-.74.64-.11.34,0,.7.22.94l4.16,4.05c.19.19.27.45.22.7l-.98,5.72c-.06.35.1.7.37.9.29.21.66.24.98.08l5.14-2.71h0c.24-.13.51-.13.75,0l5.14,2.71c.32.16.69.13.98-.08.29-.21.43-.56.37-.9l-.98-5.72h0c-.05-.26.05-.53.22-.7l4.16-4.05h0c.26-.24.34-.61.22-.94s-.4-.58-.74-.64l-5.75-.83c-.26-.03-.48-.21-.61-.43l-2.56-5.2c-.16-.32-.48-.53-.83-.51,0,0-.02,0-.02,0Z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-details wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-average\">5<\/span> from <span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-count\">2<\/span> votes<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">The Best Hot Chocolate<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This may be the best hot chocolate you&#039;ve ever had. It&#039;s rich, sweet, and decadent!<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tag-icon wprm-recipe-course-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M22.707,12.293l-11-11C11.52,1.106,11.265,1,11,1H2C1.448,1,1,1.448,1,2v9c0,0.265,0.105,0.52,0.293,0.707l11,11C12.488,22.903,12.744,23,13,23s0.512-0.098,0.707-0.293l9-9C23.098,13.317,23.098,12.684,22.707,12.293z M7,9C5.895,9,5,8.105,5,7c0-1.105,0.895-2,2-2s2,0.895,2,2C9,8.105,8.105,9,7,9z M13,17.414L8.586,13L10,11.586L14.414,16L13,17.414z M16,14.414L11.586,10L13,8.586L17.414,13L16,14.414z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Drinks<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tag-icon wprm-recipe-cuisine-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M22.707,12.293l-11-11C11.52,1.106,11.265,1,11,1H2C1.448,1,1,1.448,1,2v9c0,0.265,0.105,0.52,0.293,0.707l11,11C12.488,22.903,12.744,23,13,23s0.512-0.098,0.707-0.293l9-9C23.098,13.317,23.098,12.684,22.707,12.293z M7,9C5.895,9,5,8.105,5,7c0-1.105,0.895-2,2-2s2,0.895,2,2C9,8.105,8.105,9,7,9z M13,17.414L8.586,13L10,11.586L14.414,16L13,17.414z M16,14.414L11.586,10L13,8.586L17.414,13L16,14.414z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-prep-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4.3,16.6l-2.2,2.2c-0.6,0.6-0.9,1.3-0.9,2.1c0,0.8,0.3,1.6,0.9,2.1s1.3,0.9,2.1,0.9c0.8,0,1.6-0.3,2.1-0.9l2.2-2.2L4.3,16.6z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M22.6,5.4l-3.5-3.5c-1.1-1.1-2.6-1.8-4.2-1.8s-3.1,0.6-4.2,1.8l-8.4,8.4c-0.4,0.4-0.4,1,0,1.4l7.1,7.1C9.5,18.9,9.7,19,10,19c0,0,0,0,0,0c0.3,0,0.5-0.1,0.7-0.3L22.6,6.8C23,6.4,23,5.8,22.6,5.4z M9.2,14.6l-1.4-1.4l6.4-6.4l1.4,1.4L9.2,14.6z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-cook-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M9,9c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V4c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S8,3.4,8,4v4C8,8.6,8.4,9,9,9z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S3,6.4,3,7v4C3,11.6,3.4,12,4,12z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M14,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1s-1,0.4-1,1v4C13,11.6,13.4,12,14,12z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M23,14h-5H1c-0.6,0-1,0.4-1,1v3c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3h13c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3v-1h4c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-1C24,14.4,23.6,14,23,14z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-total-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-servings-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-22518 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22518\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">2<\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">mugs<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-nutrition-icon wprm-recipe-calories-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><rect data-color=\"color-2\" x=\"21\" y=\"8\" fill=\"#333333\" width=\"3\" height=\"8\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M18,5H1C0.448,5,0,5.447,0,6v12c0,0.553,0.448,1,1,1h17c0.552,0,1-0.447,1-1V6C19,5.447,18.552,5,18,5z M11,12v4l-7-5l5,1V8l6,5L11,12z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">417<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-author-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M13,21h-2H5v2c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-2H13z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M18,4c-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3,0c-0.8-2.3-3-4-5.7-4S7.2,1.7,6.3,4C6.2,4,6.1,4,6,4c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6c0,3,2.2,5.4,5,5.9V19h6v-4h2v4h6v-3.1c2.8-0.5,5-2.9,5-5.9C24,6.7,21.3,4,18,4z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/about\/\">Stefani<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-22518-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-22518-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"22518\" data-servings=\"2\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;cups&#032;milk&#032;I prefer 2% milk in my hot chocolate, but any kind will do\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">I prefer 2% milk in my hot chocolate, but any kind will do<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tablespoon&#032;unsalted butter\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;ounce&#032;dark chocolate&#032;use your favorite dark chocolate\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dark chocolate<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">use your favorite dark chocolate<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;unsweetened cocoa powder&#032;use your favorite unsweetened cocoa powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsweetened cocoa powder<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">use your favorite unsweetened cocoa powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;cassonade syrup&#032;substitute with treacle, golden syrup, maple syrup, date syrup, or even sorghum molasses, and have a little extra for drizzling\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cassonade syrup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">substitute with treacle, golden syrup, maple syrup, date syrup, or even sorghum molasses, and have a little extra for drizzling<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-22518 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"22518\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"22518\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-22518-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-22518-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22518\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat milk in a small saucepan or in the microwave until hot but not boiling.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Melt butter in a separate small saucepan on medium heat.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add dark chocolate to melted butter and stir until completely melted.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in unsweetened cocoa powder.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Whisk in hot milk a little bit at a time.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Whisk in cassonade syrup and continue to heat until mixture is nearly boiling.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22518-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove from heat and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or both. Add an extra drizzle of syrup and serve immediately.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-22518-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li><em>If you don&#8217;t have cassonade syrup, you can make this recipe with treacle, light molasses, golden syrup, or another syrup of your choosing.\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Add some vanilla extract for another dimension of flavor.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-22518-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">417<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">40<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">125<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">1116<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">47<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">570<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">379<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: #333333;background-color: #f05f7b;margin: 10px 0;padding-top: 10px;padding-bottom: 10px;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" 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