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.
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 tablet (about 3 ounces) Dominican chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but not boil.
- Add the chopped Dominican chocolate and sugar to the milk, and whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to heat the hot chocolate for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 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