Ultimate Hot Chocolate recipe

Ultimate Hot Chocolate recipe

The most luxurious homemade hot chocolate you will ever try, made from a rich dark chocolate and cocoa powder mix, served with a toasted Italian meringue-style marshmallow fluff. A truly indulgent cosy treat.

  • Difficulty
    3 out of 5
  • Prep: 20 minutes
  • Cook: 15 minutes
  • Servings: Makes enough powder for many servings; marshmallow fluff serves 4-6
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Ingredients

HOT CHOCOLATE POWDER
100g Dark Chocolate (50-70%)
60g Cocoa Powder
40g Toasted Milk Powder (optional)
20-40g Light Brown Sugar
Seeds from up to 1 pod of Vanilla
Pinch Sea Salt

MARSHMALLOW FLUFF
145g Golden Syrup (any invert sugar syrup will work)
50g Water
85g Caster Sugar
60g Egg Whites
1/3 tsp Cream of Tartar
Vanilla Seeds or 1/2 tsp Extract
Pinch Sea Salt

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Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with our Ultimate Hot Chocolate recipe—a decadent guide to crafting the most luxurious cup imaginable. Discover how to layer rich, velvety chocolate with perfectly toasted marshmallow fluff that adds a delightful caramelised sweetness. This playful recipe transforms ordinary hot chocolate into an extraordinary treat, complete with insider tips for achieving that C&D finish at home. Perfect for cosy evenings or impressing friends with your newfound hot chocolate mastery!