Creamy Caramel Mocha Hot Chocolate
Category: Beverages
Serves: 2
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Whole Milk | 300g |
| Milk Chocolate | 140g |
| Sugar | 100g |
| Fresh Heavy Cream (liquid) | 50g |
| Water | 20g |
| Cornstarch (cornflour) | 10g |
| Fine Salt | to taste |
| Additional Fresh Heavy Cream (for topping) | 80g |
Instructions
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Make the Caramel
Start by preparing the homemade caramel. In a thick-bottomed saucepan, pour in the sugar and place over medium heat. Allow the sugar to melt and slowly bubble, without stirring, until it takes on an amber hue, careful not to let it get too dark. -
Add the Cream
Once the caramel has reached a nice amber color, remove the pan from the heat (or turn off the heat) and carefully pour in the fresh heavy cream. Do this slowly while whisking continuously to avoid splattering. The mixture will bubble up, so be cautious of the steam and the bubbles that will form.
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Set Aside Some Sauce
Set aside a couple of tablespoons of this caramel sauce to decorate your hot chocolate later. -
Prepare the Hot Chocolate Base
Finely chop the milk chocolate and return the caramel sauce pan to medium heat. Stir in the chopped chocolate and continue to whisk. Add in the cornstarch and allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil. The sauce will thicken in moments, so keep stirring until smooth and velvety. -
Add the Salt and Finish the Base
Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in a pinch of fine salt. This will balance the sweetness and enhance the flavors. -
Whip the Cream for Topping
In a separate bowl, whip the remaining 80g of fresh cream with an electric whisk until soft peaks form. Transfer it into a piping bag for easy application. -
Assemble the Hot Chocolate
Pour the rich caramel-chocolate sauce into two mugs. Top with a swirl of freshly whipped cream from the piping bag, and drizzle with the reserved caramel sauce for an extra touch of indulgence. -
Serve and Enjoy
Your decadent Caramel Mocha Hot Chocolate is ready to be enjoyed. Sip slowly and savor the perfect balance of chocolate and caramel, topped with a fluffy cloud of cream.
This delightful drink combines the smooth richness of milk chocolate with a sweet caramel base, topped off with a light, airy whipped cream that takes it to a whole new level. Perfect for a cozy evening or a special treat to share!
