Faqs
Dairy Milk Hot Chocolate
Heat the milk then whisk in the melted Dairy Milk chocolate until it is fully dissolved and smooth. Simmer for a few minutes, do not boil, then pour into a mug. Serve at once warm for best flavor.
It does contain added sugar and fat from milk chocolate, so in moderation it can fit into a balanced diet. The smart thing to do is to enjoy it once in a while as a treat, not every day.
This is a rich hot chocolate, best enjoyed here and there, not every day if you have hypertension, as the added sugar and saturated fat can affect your overall diet balance over time.
Yes, a spoon of cocoa powder adds to the chocolate flavour and gives a bit more of a serious, less sweet edge, which balances well with the natural creaminess and sugar in the milk chocolate.
Whipped cream, marshmallows or a dusting of cocoa powder all make lovely toppings. A drizzle of caramel or some chocolate shavings on top also makes for a nice finishing touch.
Almond milk does make a good dairy-free base, but it will make a slightly thinner, nuttier hot chocolate than a richer, creamier one that regular milk would provide.
Use less milk and more melted chocolate for a thicker, richer result or add in a spoonful of cream towards the end. And make sure you whisk constantly as you heat for a silky smooth consistency.
Yes, let the hot chocolate cool completely and pour it over ice and stir well. It really feels refreshing to add some chocolate shavings and whipped cream.
Have fresh and warm, just after making, in about twenty to thirty minutes. Hot chocolate can form a skin on top and loose its smooth texture as it cools.
Milk chocolate bars that are smooth and melt easily, such as Dairy Milk, tend to work well as they melt cleanly in warm milk and add a natural sweetness without requiring much extra sugar.