# Persian Hot Chocolate

This Parisian hot chocolate is a rich, dark, silky, and creamy drink, perfect for cold weather or holiday parties.

- Servings: 2 servings
- Total time: 5 min
- Cuisine: Other
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or paste
- 1 pinch salt

## Instructions

1. Heat half a cup of heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
2. Add 6 ounces of chopped dark chocolate to the hot cream and stir constantly with a whisk or silicone spatula until the chocolate slowly melts, transforming the mixture into a glossy, smooth base.
3. Slowly pour in one to one and a half cups of whole milk, stirring constantly until combined.
4. Allow your chocolate mixture to gently heat over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract or paste, and a small pinch of salt.
6. Once your hot chocolate is smooth and creamy, pour it into your favorite holiday mug.
7. Top with a generous dollop of vanilla whipped cream and grated dark or milk chocolate, or crushed candy canes for a peppermint flavor.

## Equipment

- saucepan
- whisk
- mug

## Tips

- Patience is key while melting the chocolate; high heat can cause the chocolate to seize.
- For a grown-up twist, add a splash of orange liqueur for a Terry's chocolate orange hot chocolate.
- Top with crushed candy canes for a peppermint flavor.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQ-AS3fkhrI/?igsh=OGRmNjE0MWZ6dTk3
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/78c75a79-1ac1-4128-a2af-211e0c21b087
- Extracted: 2025-11-13

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