Lavender Honey Chocolat Chaud
Lavender Honey Chocolat Chaud
Prep: 5 min • Cook: 10 min. An elegant and fragrant rendition of French hot chocolate, subtly sweetened with honey and infused with culinary lavender for a sophisticated floral note, perfect for a cozy evening or a luxurious breakfast.
- Preparation time
- 5 min
- Cooking time
- 10 min
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
Instructions
Preparation
- 1Combine the whole milk and culinary lavender in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat until just simmering, being careful not to boil. Remove from heat.
- 2Let the lavender infuse in the warm milk for 5 minutes. Strain the milk through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan to remove the lavender buds. Discard the lavender.
- 3Add the finely chopped dark chocolate and honey to the strained lavender milk. Return to medium-low heat.
Cooking
- 1Whisk constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Do not boil.
- 2Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 3Pour the Lavender Honey Chocolat Chaud into two serving mugs.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 351 kcal
- Protein
- 9 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 40 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 351 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor; 70% cocoa or more is recommended.
- Whisk gently but continuously while melting the chocolate to ensure a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with a sprinkle of lavender or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.