Recipes: Angelina Hot Chocolate
Chicago was hit with a snow storm last night and with it being the Christmas season I can’t think of anything better than curling up with a good book or movie and a cup of hot chocolate. If you have been to Paris you may have stopped by the famous Angelina cafe on Rue de Rivoli for their famous hot chocolate.
This recipe is based on the Angelina recipe. I dusted the rim of the glass with peppermint and added marshmallows and these adorable straws my friend Jess sent me. The traditional Angelina hot chocolate comes with a side of fresh whipped cream. Follow the recipe below which I found on Pinterest which is a recipe from wellplated.com I encourage you to be creative add peppermint or make it spicy!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons heavy powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (I didn’t add this but liked the hint of peppermint instead)
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, at least 70%, chopped
Giant bowl of whipped cream for serving
Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and espresso powder until small bubble appear around edges. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
2. Remove from saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate until melted, returning the sauce to low heat if needed for the chocolate to melt completely. Serve warm, topped with lots of whipped creme.
* my chocolate was purchased from Trader Joe’s and it was so similar to feeling back in Paris. You can use other chocolates including my favorite Vosges if you want something even more decadent.
Whipped Creme
1 cup whipping creme
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Keep the whisk and bowl in the freezer for 20 minutes before preparing.
Enjoy with a good book
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“Angelina’s hot chocolate is so smooth and velvety, each sip sensually coats your tongue and teeth. It’s both refined and indulgent; it’s a simple recipe but a sophisticated experience.”
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Glad I came across this. The hot chocolate in France and Spain were the best I’ve ever had — the silky smooth, creamy finish with no burn.
Thank you, Bailey! I hope it brings back good memories.
For clarification, what is "heavy powdered sugar?" Not even Google seems to know. Thanks!
Hi Polly,
I wrote this so long ago. I believe I used just regular powdered sugar and it worked great.
Enjoy!
I picked up a tin of the powder mix from Angelina. I enjoyed at cup the other night. I will try this with recipe with some good chocolate I have.
oh lucky you! I know it is a special blend but this one tastes so much like the original! Let me know how you like it!
xo