Real Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

• ●475 ml (2 cups) whole milk (or your preferred milk)
• ●85 g (3 oz) dark chocolate (60-70% cacao), finely chopped
• ●1 Tbsp sugar or honey (adjust to taste — the chocolate provides most of the sweetness)
• ●½ tsp vanilla extract
• ●Pinch of fine sea salt
• ●Pinch of cinnamon or cayenne (optional)
• ●Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Method

1. Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming (don't boil).
2. Add the chopped chocolate and whisk continuously until completely melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the sugar, vanilla, salt, and any spices. Whisk until combined.
4. Pour into mugs. Top with whipped cream if desired.
5. *Storage:** Leftover hot chocolate can be refrigerated for 2 days and reheated. It will thicken — thin with a splash of milk.