Oct 17, 2012

:: Dark hot chocolate ::


Once upon a time, I used not find dark chocolate to be incredibly bitter and practically inedible.  Now, dark chocolate is about the only chocolate (in candy form) that I can stand.  Milk chocolate is way too light and dare I say *cheap tasting*.  I've gotten so used to the density of dark chocolate, that anything less seems like a poser.  So when I had a craving for hot chocolate, all I could think about was a dense dark chocolate version.  There's really not much measuring here, because the density of the chocolate is up to you, but I just grabbed a handful of dark baking chocolate that I had on hand and stirred it into a cup of hot milk.  Et voila.  Dessert is served.  Or would this be considered a mid-morning pick-me-up since I had it at noon?

And to pretty it up a bit, I froze some marshmallow fluff (the already melted marshmallow in a jar).  I just spooned a layer on to a baking sheet lined with wax paper and popped it into the freezer to set.  When you're ready to use, grab a cookie cutter of your choice and wiggle out a piece.  

*Note:  The marshmallow fluff never really hardens, so you may have to reshape your cut out a little bit. You could always use whip cream to get the same effect.*


P.S.  Have you ever tried the white hot chocolate at Starbucks?  Oh Em Gee.  It's so yummy!  Definitely one of my favorite drinks.
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6 comments:

  1. Since last winter, I've started making my own homemade hot chocolate and I will NEVER go back to the powdered version. Homemade seems so much more special/indulgent. Love the heart marshmallow!

    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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  2. i love hot chocolate, especially in winter :) but white hot chocolate is still teh best :)

    http://fantasy-meets-reality.blogspot.de/

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  3. Makes me want a cup! Love the little heart :)

    xx

    jen

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  4. it´s a perfect and smart combination of style and very goo taste.

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  5. Okay that is the best idea with the frozen marshmallow creme & the cookie cutter!!! I am a lover of anything chocolate, so I am making this tomorrow morning for sure.
    xx, amy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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