Williams-Sonoma Hot Chocolate Copycat Recipe
A rich, café-style copycat of the Williams Sonoma hot chocolate made with real dark chocolate and cocoa powder. Ready in 15 minutes. No mix needed. Top it with crushed pistachios for a personal twist that takes it to another level.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk or almond milk for dairy-free
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate 70% cocoa recommended
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Heat Milk and Cream
- Combine milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Warm until just about to simmer. Do not boil.
Step 2: Whisk in Cocoa and Sugar
- Add cocoa powder and sugar.
- Whisk continuously until fully dissolved and smooth.
Step 3: Melt the Chocolate
- Stir in dark chocolate chips.
- Whisk until completely melted and the mixture looks glossy and uniform.
Step 4: Add Flavor
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
Step 5: Serve
- Pour into mugs and top with your choice of whipped cream, crushed pistachios, slivered almonds, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings.
Notes
For a thicker consistency, add 1 tsp cornstarch with the cocoa powder in step 2.
For a dairy-free version, use oat or coconut milk and dairy-free dark chocolate.
Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove and whisk while warming.