Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
600 ml

Milk

60 ml

Heavy Cream

4 tbsp

Cocoa Powder

4 tbsp

Dulce De Leche

100 ml

Heavy Cream

2 tbsp

Icing Sugar

Step 1
~2 min

Bring milk to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream, cocoa powder, and dulce de leche.

Step 3
~2 min

Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and the dulce de leche is fully dissolved.

Step 4
~2 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 5
~2 min

If desired, prepare whipped cream by whipping heavy cream and icing sugar until stiff peaks form.

Step 6
~2 min

Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.

Step 7
~2 min

Decorate with whipped cream or marshmallows.

Step 8
~2 min

Serve warm immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of dulce de leche to your sweetness preference.

Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.

Warm the mugs before pouring in the hot chocolate to keep it warmer for longer.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Whipped cream can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cookies or biscotti.

Pair with a warm blanket on a cold day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marshmallows
Shortbread cookies

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

Comfort drink, popular during holidays and cold weather.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Winter
Cold weather

Popularity Score

75/100

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