HOT MALTED CHOCOLATE

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There's nothing better on a cold day than a steaming mug of rich hot chocolate. Malted milk powder adds a nice touch to this yummy version. -Christy Meinecke, Mansfield, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 cups 2% milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/3 cup malted milk powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until soft peaks form., Whisk chocolate chips and milk powder into milk until chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat; whisk in vanilla. Pour into mugs. Spoon whipped cream over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.