In cold weather, few things are as comforting as a cup of hot chocolate. In this alcoholic version, the drink gains intensity and is flavored with cognac, without losing the smoothness that transforms the preparation into a real liquid embrace.
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Perfect for cold nights, house get-togethers, or as an after-dinner liquid dessert, boozy hot chocolate is simple to make and makes four generous cups. Find out how to prepare:
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Ingredients
- 500 ml of milk
- 4 tablespoons of sugar
- 2 tablespoons of powdered chocolate
- 120 g chopped semi-sweet chocolate
- 4 tablespoons of brandy
- ½ cup crème fraîche, whipped into whipped cream
- Chocolate powder or shavings to decorate
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Preparation method
- Boil the milk with the sugar and the chocolate powder.
- In a bain-marie, melt the semi-sweet chocolate with three spoons of hot milk.
- Add this mixture to the rest of the milk and stir until smooth.
- Divide the cognac between four cups.
- Complete with hot chocolate.
- Finish with whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate powder or shavings.
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