Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Recipe
This Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is a decadent and cozy beverage combining rich dark chocolate with creamy caramel and a touch of sea salt. Perfect for chilly days, this delicious drink offers a harmonious balance of sweet and salty flavors in every warm sip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Liquids and Dairy
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate and Garnish
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the milk and cream. In a saucepan over medium heat, gently warm 2 cups of milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream until the mixture is hot but not boiling, ensuring it is ready to dissolve the chocolate and caramel smoothly.
- Add caramel sauce and chocolate chips. Stir in 1/2 cup of caramel sauce and 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips, whisking continuously until all the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
- Incorporate vanilla extract. Remove the saucepan from heat, add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and stir well to blend the flavors evenly throughout the hot chocolate.
- Serve with sea salt garnish. Pour the finished hot chocolate into mugs and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top for a perfect balance of sweet and salty. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use whole milk for creamier texture; non-dairy milks can be substituted but may alter taste.
- Adjust the amount of caramel sauce for sweeter or less sweet hot chocolate.
- Sea salt garnish enhances the caramel’s depth but can be omitted if preferred.
- Dark chocolate chips with at least 60% cocoa provide the best rich flavor.
- For an extra indulgent twist, top with whipped cream before adding sea salt.
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