Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
This Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is a rich, velvety drink that blends dark chocolate, creamy caramel, and a touch of sea salt for the ultimate cozy indulgence. It’s smooth, decadent, and perfectly balanced—ideal for cold days or when you want a café-style treat at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup caramel sauce
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Stir in the caramel sauce and dark chocolate chips, whisking constantly until melted and smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with a light sprinkle of sea salt.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel for extra indulgence.
Use bittersweet chocolate for a deeper, richer flavor.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne for a spiced twist.
For an adult version, stir in a splash of Irish cream or coffee liqueur.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently over low heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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