How to Make Iced Hot Chocolate
Enjoy hot chocolate during the stifling summer months by putting it on ice.
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You Will Need
- 3 3/4 c. whole milk
- 1/3 c. water
- 1/3 c. sugar
- A saucepan
- 6 oz. bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- Ice
- Whipped cream (optional) (optional)
- Chocolate shavings (optional) (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Mix liquids
Mix three cups of milk, a third of a cup of water, and a third of a cup of sugar in a saucepan. Bring it to a boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar. Remove from heat.
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Step 2
Add chocolate
Add six ounces of finely chopped, good quality bittersweet chocolate and whisk until melted.
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Step 3
Refrigerate
Refrigerate the mixture for at least four hours.
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This mixture can be made a day ahead of time. Just keep it covered and refrigerated.
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Step 4
Add the remaining milk
Add the remaining three-quarters of a cup of milk and blend until frothy.
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Step 5
Fill glasses with ice
Fill four glasses with ice.
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Step 6
Pour mixture
Pour the hot chocolate mixture over ice.
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Step 7
Garnish
Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings and serve.
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