Hot Chocolate: Gourmet Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam.
2. While the milk is heating, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
3. Add the dry mixture to the saucepan and whisk continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Finally, mix in the vanilla extract and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the hot chocolate reaches your desired consistency.

Serving suggestions:

Serve hot chocolate in a large mug and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or drizzle of melted chocolate. For an extra touch of comfort, enjoy with a freshly baked cookie or slice of cake. This creamy, decadent hot chocolate is perfect for any cold day spent snuggled up indoors.