Description
Whipped Hot Chocolate is a creamy, cozy drink topped with fluffy chocolate whipped cream. It’s a rich and indulgent twist on traditional hot cocoa, perfect for chilly evenings or a decadent treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1–2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½–2 cups milk or chocolate milk
- 1 packet hot cocoa mix or 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup (optional)
- Mini marshmallows, sprinkles, or chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk or beaters for 10 minutes.
- In the chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until soft peaks form.
- Meanwhile, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cocoa mix or syrup if using, and whisk until smooth and hot.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a mug, leaving space for the topping.
- Spoon or pipe the chocolate whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with toppings of choice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cold cream for best whip results.
- Sift cocoa powder to avoid clumps in the whipped topping.
- Customize with flavor extracts like peppermint or cinnamon.
- Double the recipe to make enough for two mugs.