Rich and Creamy Hot Chocolate

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On a cold day, this Rich and Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate is the perfect comforting drink to warm you up.

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This creamy, dreamy hot chocolate is loaded with semi-sweet chocolate, cream, and milk.

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Ingredients

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Pro Tip

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In a medium saucepan bring the heavy cream to a boil over medium heat.

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Place the chocolate chips into a large heat-resistant bowl as the cream heats.

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Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let the chocolate and cream stand for 5 minutes without stirring.

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Then mix the chocolate and cream mixture with a whisk until it is well combined and smooth.

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Heat whole milk over medium-low heat to a simmer. Carefully, add the chocolate ganache to the heated milk.

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Whisk the chocolate ganache and milk until it is smooth and stir in vanilla extract. Cook and whisk for 5 minutes.

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Pour into mugs and enjoy!

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Rich, Creamy, and Delicious!

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