Blackberry Hot Chocolate Recipe
Indulge in a cozy and flavorful treat with this Blackberry Hot Chocolate recipe, combining rich dark chocolate, fresh blackberry puree, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for chilly evenings or a special dessert drink, it offers a delightful twist on classic hot chocolate with a fruity, slightly tart accent.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate Base
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Puree
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, pureed
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Pour 2 cups of milk into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling, creating a suitable base for melting chocolate.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips to the warmed milk and whisk continuously until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Add Blackberry Puree and Vanilla: Stir in 1/2 cup of freshly pureed blackberries and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending the flavors thoroughly into the hot chocolate.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate mixture into mugs and top each with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a handful of fresh blackberries for an elegant and tasty presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh blackberries for the freshest flavor, or frozen berries if fresh are unavailable; just thaw them before pureeing.
- For a vegan version, substitute dairy milk with almond, oat, or soy milk and use dairy-free whipped cream.
- To adjust sweetness, you may add a teaspoon of honey or sugar when melting the chocolate if desired.
- Blackberry puree can be strained to remove seeds for a smoother drink.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger groups.
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