Vanilla-Cardamom Hot Chocolate

Indulge in this luxurious Vanilla-Cardamom Hot Chocolate, combining bittersweet and milk chocolate with creamy milk, heavy cream, and aromatic cardamom. Top with homemade marshmallows for an extra-special treat. A cozy, gourmet beverage ideal for cold days, festive gatherings, or dessert after dinner.

Recipe Information

Total Time:

Yield:

8 servings (⅔ cup each)

Ingredients

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 vanilla beans, split and seeds scraped

2 (4-ounce) bars 60%-cacao bittersweet chocolate, chopped; plus additional grated for garnish

2 (4-ounce) bars milk chocolate, chopped

2 tablespoons packed organic brown coconut sugar

⅛ teaspoon flaky sea salt

⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom

Homemade Marshmallows

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine milk, cream and vanilla bean pods and seeds. Cook over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edge. Do not boil. Remove and discard vanilla bean pods.
Whisk chopped bittersweet and milk chocolates, coconut sugar, salt and cardamom into milk mixture. Cook over low heat for 4 to 6 minutes or until chocolates are melted and mixture is hot, whisking occasionally.
To serve, ladle hot chocolate into mugs or disposable cups. Top with marshmallows and grated bittersweet chocolate, if desired.