White chocolate is a variation of traditional hot chocolate. While some people claim that it is not "real chocolate", others believe that it is just a matter of taste and that is what should be tasted. The magnificent aroma is not lost in the hot drink, try this recipe on a cold winter day. This recipe is for one person. Double the quantities if you want to share the delight.
Ingrediants
- 240ml warm milk (cow's milk or any other milk you prefer)
- 40 g of white chocolate. Whether it is in flakes, pieces or discs it doesn't matter, try to buy one of excellent quality as it tends to be overly sweetened. European brands are the best.
Steps
Step 1. Place the chocolate in a small saucepan over medium-low heat
Step 2. Heat the chocolate until it begins to melt
Do not let it melt completely in the saucepan.
Step 3. Pour the warm chocolate into the cup or glass
Add the warm milk.
Step 4. Stir until all the chocolate has melted into the milk
Serve immediately. Here are other ideas for making chocolate:
Step 5. Alternative method:
Microwave.
Step 6. Heat the milk in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 20-30 seconds
Step 7. In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate until it begins to melt
Step 8. If you have the impression that the chocolate is not melting evenly, add a spoonful of milk to create a thick sauce
Step 9. Add the milk sauce and mix
Advice
- Sprinkle the chocolate with toppings if you like. You can use colored sprinkles, dark chocolate flakes, cinnamon or nutmeg.
- If you are unsure of the quality of white chocolate, ask the shopkeeper for some advice. If the shopkeeper can't answer, he doesn't know chocolate! High quality white chocolate is made with cocoa butter and not hydrogenated vegetable oils.
- It is worth serving the chocolate with a spoon to recover some delicious drink from the bottom of the cup.
