INGREDIENTS ½ block of milk chocolate 1 ½ cups milk ½ cup cream 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract METHOD 1.Begin by breaking the chocolate into small pieces and placing them in a saucepan. 2.Add the milk, cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the saucepan, and set it over medium-low heat. 3.Stir the mixture gently until the chocolate melts and the ingredients are fully combined. 4.Continue stirring until the hot chocolate reaches a low simmer and has a smooth and slightly thick consistency. 5.Once the hot chocolate has reached the desired consistency, it’s ready to be served. Simply pour it into mugs and enjoy it while it’s still hot and delicious! NOTES This hot chocolate should be thicker than your standard drinking chocolate, but not too thick. If it’s too thin, simmer it a little longer. If it’s too thick, add another 1/4 cup of milk to thin it out. Once your hot chocolate has reached the desired consistency, serve it into mugs and enjoy it immediately. You can even top it with whipped cream, grated chocolate, marshmallows, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an extra indulgent treat. PREPARATION TIME 10 MINUTES | SERVES 3