Triple-Layer Mocha Hot Chocolate |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This will warm you up on a cold day. Ingredients:
4 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips |
4 teaspoons instant coffee granules (optional) |
1/3 cup granulated sugar |
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder |
1 teaspoon cornstarch |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
3 cups milk |
whipped cream (optional) |
rainbow candy sprinkles (optional) |
Directions:
1. Into each of 4 mugs, place 1 T chips and 1 t coffee; reserve.
2. In a medium pot, whisk together sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt.
3. Whisk in 2 T water until blended.
4. Over medium heat, bring mixture to simmer; cook; whisking occasionally, until syrupy, 5 minutes.
5. Whisk in 2 cups milk; cook, whisking constantly, until very hot but not boiling.
6. Pour 1/4 cup hot cocoa mixture into each mug; stir until chips are melted.
7. In microwave-safe measuring cup, microwave remaining 1 cup milk on high in 15-second intervals until hot; stir into remaining cocoa mixture.
8. Transfer mixture to blender.
9. With lid firmly held on, carefully blend mixture until frothy.
10. Dividing evenly, spoon over hot chocolate in mugs.
11. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles, if desired.
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