Ingredients
- Whole Milk: 2 cups
- Dark Chocolate: 100 grams, finely chopped
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cherry Syrup: 2 tablespoons + more for topping
- Whipped Cream: for topping
- Chocolate Curls: for garnish
Instructions
- Warm your mug by filling it with hot water, then discard the water.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, chopped chocolate, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir constantly until smooth and melted.
- Ensure your saucepan is large enough for whisking and non-stick if possible.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of cherry syrup until fully combined.
- Continue whisking until hot but not boiling.
- Pour into your warmed mug, top with whipped cream, drizzle with cherry syrup, and sprinkle chocolate curls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
- Add whipped cream just before serving for best presentation.
- Extra cherry syrup can be stored for other desserts.
- Reheat gently to preserve smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Dessert/European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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