Description
A rich and velvety hot chocolate infused with homemade caramel and a touch of sea salt, perfect for cozy winter evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free option)
- 4 oz dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Whipped cream (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until steaming but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped dark chocolate to the warm milk, stirring continuously until melted and well combined.
- Pour in the caramel sauce and stir until dissolved into the chocolate mixture.
- Add a pinch of sea salt and a splash of vanilla extract; stir well.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and extra caramel if desired.
Notes
For a twist, add a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor. Ensure the heat is medium to prevent burning the milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, caramel, winter drinks, cozy beverages, dessert drinks