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Hot chocolate float in a glass mug.
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Dreamy Hot Chocolate Float

This homemade hot chocolate float is a dreamy and indulgent dessert perfect for chilly evenings.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Calories 458kcal
Author Tracy

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (5g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon espresso powder optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 ounce semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chopped (high-quality chips are fine)*
  • 1 cup milk any percentage*
  • 1 scoop good-quality vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  • In a small pot, combine sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, and water. Whisk over medium heat until smooth. Add chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.
  • Whisk in milk and heat until steaming.
  • Transfer to an 8-ounce mug, leaving about an inch of space at the top of the glass.
  • Add a generous scoop of ice cream. Serve with a spoon and enjoy!

Notes

*1 ounce of chocolate = about 2 slightly heaping tablespoons chopped chocolate/chocolate chips. 
*For an extra rich drink, replace ⅓ cup of the milk with half and half or heavy cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 458kcal