Best Test Kitchens Favorite Hot Chocolate Recipes

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HOT CHOCOLATE CONCENTRATE FROM AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN



Hot Chocolate Concentrate from America's Test Kitchen image

From an America's Test Kitchen video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1nseMiYc0o&feature=youtu.be) featured on facebook. Note: Yield about 12 cups hot chocolate! Cook time includes chill time.

Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle

Categories     Beverages

Time 1h9m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chocolate, concentrate mixture
1 cup milk (any kind)
whipped cream (optional)
marshmallows (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large microwavable bowl.
  • Microwave for about two minutes, stirring at 30 second intervals until melted and smooth. (Time will depend on your microwave wattage). Watch carefully and do not scorch.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for two hours.
  • When chocolate mixture is firm, scoop into balls using a small sized cookie scoop (1 tablespoons). Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then store in a zip lock bag in the refrigerator for up to five days, or in the freezer for two months.
  • To make hot chocolate: Place three scoops (3 tablespoons) into a large mug, top with 1 cup milk, (any kind) and microwave until hot, about two minutes. Stir at 30 second intervals until melted and hot. (Time will depend upon your microwave wattage). Garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired.

RICH HOT CHOCOLATE



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Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody Marys and fill our thermoses with these hot cocoas instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup 2% milk
4 ounces dark chocolate candy bar, chopped
3 tablespoons sugar
Vanilla rum, optional
Sweetened heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat heavy whipping cream, milk, chocolate and sugar over medium heat just until mixture comes to a simmer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir until smooth. If desired, add rum. Pour into 2 mugs; top with sweetened whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 49g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

TEST KITCHEN'S FAVORITE HOT CHOCOLATE



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Fancy something cold instead? This recipe is also the base for our Rich Frozen Hot Chocolate.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
4 teaspoons packed light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup cold heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine milk, chocolate, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Heat over medium, whisking frequently, until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth. Cover to keep warm.
  • Whisk cream to soft peaks in a bowl. Divide hot chocolate between two mugs, dollop each with whipped cream, and serve immediately.

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