Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Nutella Hot Chocolate made with silky smooth milk and luscious Nutella, perfect for cozying up on a chilly day. This easy-to-make beverage combines the classic flavors of chocolate and hazelnut with a hint of sea salt to enhance the sweetness, topped optionally with marshmallows, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings for an extra decadent treat.
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate Base
- 4 cups plain milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Marshmallows
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Heat the milk: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk while stirring occasionally. Heat it until it is steaming hot and almost simmering, but do not let it boil to prevent scorching or curdling.
- Add Nutella: Once the milk is hot, add the Nutella and the fine sea salt into the saucepan.
- Whisk until combined: Use a whisk to thoroughly mix the Nutella and salt into the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully blended with no lumps.
- Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat once well combined and heated through. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Garnish and enjoy: Top with optional marshmallows, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings as desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk for a vegan version.
- Do not boil the milk to avoid unpleasant burnt flavor or curdling.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less Nutella according to taste.
- For extra richness, use whole milk or a creamier plant-based milk like oat or coconut.
- This recipe serves 3, but easily scaled up or down.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European
