Gourmet Vanilla Hot Chocolate

A woman holds a mug of Gourmet Hot Chocolate, from above

Change up your hot cocoa game by adding vanilla sugar to a homemade cocoa mix for elevated flavors! This easy to make Gourmet Hot Chocolate is comforting and delicious.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Total Time 7

Servings servings

Calories 362kcal

Ingredients

Vanilla Sugar (Makes enough for 8)

½ cup granulated sugar
1 vanilla bean split

Gourmet Hot Chocolate

2 cups milk
3 teaspoons vanilla sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
A pinch of ground cinnamon
Miniature marshmallows as needed for garnish

Instructions

Make the Vanilla Sugar
Measure out the sugar into a mason jar.
Split the vanilla bean down the middle, and scrape out the seeds/caviar.
Gently place the seeds/caviar into the sugar.
Using a fork, mix the seeds/caviar into the sugar until combined.
Set aside until it's time to use.
Make the Gourmet Hot Chocolate
Measure out the milk into a large microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup.
Measure in the vanilla sugar, cocoa powder and cinnamon.
Heat the ingredients for 35 seconds on high, then remove and stir it.
Heat for an additional minute, then remove and stir.
When the hot chocolate is an acceptable temperature for you, pour into a mug.
Top with marshmallows, and enjoy warm.

Notes

Make it dairy free by using your favorite non-dairy milk. (Unsweetened cashew is my fave, but you do you!)

Triple the recipe to serve six people. Let everyone add their own marshmallows!

If you don’t like cinnamon, add a sprinkle of nutmeg for a hint of warmth.

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