As a mother of three, I am always looking for ways to treat myself and my kids with something sweet, indulgent, and comforting. That’s why I love making hot chocolate, especially during the colder months of the year. There’s just something so magical about holding a warm cup of rich and creamy hot chocolate, topped with fluffy whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

But let me tell you, it hasn’t always been easy for me to make the perfect hot chocolate. I’ve had my fair share of failed attempts, where the chocolate was either too watery, too sweet, or too bitter. But over time, I’ve learned to adjust the recipe and the ingredients to create the perfect cup of hot chocolate that I call Decadent Dark Chocolate Dream.

The key to making the perfect hot chocolate is using good quality ingredients, like whole milk, heavy cream, and dark chocolate chips. The combination of these ingredients creates a velvety texture and a deep, rich chocolatey flavor that is perfectly balanced with a hint of cinnamon.

To make my Decadent Dark Chocolate Dream, simply heat up the milk and heavy cream in a small saucepan, and whisk in the chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon until everything is melted and well combined. Then, add a splash of vanilla extract, pour it into a mug, and top it with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

I have so many fond memories of drinking hot chocolate with my kids, especially during the holidays. It’s a tradition that we’ve kept alive for many years, and I hope to continue it for years to come. Whether it’s after a long day of school or on a cozy evening by the fireplace, Decadent Dark Chocolate Dream is the perfect treat for any occasion. So go ahead and treat yourself to a warm and indulgent cup of hot chocolate – you deserve it!

The Ingredients

• 1 cup of whole milk
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• (optional) whipped cream topping

Note: If you prefer a sweeter hot chocolate, you can increase the amount of sugar to your liking. If you prefer a thicker hot chocolate, you can use less milk and more chocolate.

The Directions

1. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam.
2. Add the dark chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon to the saucepan. Whisk the mixture until the chocolate is melted and the ingredients are well combined.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
5. Enjoy your Decadent Dark Chocolate Dream while it’s hot and indulgent!