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Stunning plated serving of Signature Hot Cocoa, a chef-tested recipe by Chef Jorj Morgan.
Jorj Morgan

Signature Hot Cocoa

This luxurious Hot Cocoa delivers a deeply satisfying, velvety embrace, expertly balancing sweet notes with a whisper of bittersweet depth. Crowned generously with melting miniature marshmallows and sparkling peppermint, it offers a delightful textural contrast that elevates a simple pleasure into an unforgettable indulgence.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

The Cocoa Base & Milk
  • ½ cup premium unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups whole milk, divided
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
The Textural Garnish
  • Miniature marshmallows
  • Crushed peppermint candy canes

Method
 

The Concentrated Cocoa Paste
  1. Whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar and salt with about ½ cup of the milk in a saucepan over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves, about 1 minute.
Warm the Milk
  1. Pour in the remaining milk and half-and-half. Continue whisking until the milk is hot, just before it begins to form small bubbles on the sides of the pan, about 5 minutes more.
The Aromatic Finish & Service
  1. Stir in the vanilla and ladle the cocoa into mugs. Top with mini marshmallows and crushed candy cane.