Chocolate Caliente Dominicano (dominican Hot Chocolate)

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Dominican Hot Chocolate, a beloved beverage in Dominican Republic cuisine. This recipe will guide you through creating a delicious and aromatic chocolate caliente that is perfect for warming up on a chilly day or as a sweet treat any time.

Chocolate Caliente Dominicano (dominican Hot Chocolate)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 tablet (about 3 ounces) Dominican chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but not boil.
  2. Add the chopped Dominican chocolate and sugar to the milk, and whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to heat the hot chocolate for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the hot chocolate is hot and well-combined, remove it from the heat and pour into mugs for serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
5 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
10g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Saucepan Whisk Mugs

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the hot chocolate with traditional Dominican pastries or churros for a delightful snack or dessert.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent treat, top the hot chocolate with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

Cost

$8