Test Kitchens Favorite Hot Chocolate Recipes

FAVORITE HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Place milk and cocoa in a large saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Gradually stir in water; heat through, stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Add toppings as desired.

TEST KITCHEN'S FAVORITE HOT CHOCOLATE

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.

HOT CHOCOLATE CONCENTRATE FROM AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN

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.

FAVORITE MINT HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Brush both sides of mint leaves with melted chocolate. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and extract; beat until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until serving., In a large saucepan, heat milk and cream over medium heat just to simmering (do not boil). Remove from heat; add mint. Whisk in chocolate chips until melted; return to heat and heat through., If desired, pour hot chocolate through a strainer to remove mint leaves. Top servings with whipped cream and chocolate leaves.