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Norwegian Hot Chocolate

Norwegian hot chocolate is made on the stovetop with cocoa, whole milk, and finely chopped semisweet chocolate. Whisk it until steaming and smooth, then serve hot in mugs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Norwegian
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.125 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 2-quart saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a 2-quart saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt; gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the milk until smooth.
  2. Whisk in the remaining 3 1/2 cups milk and the chocolate.
  3. Heat over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, whisking often, until steaming and the chocolate is melted; do not let it boil.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Divide among 4 mugs and serve hot.

Notes

Whisk the cocoa mixture smooth with the first 1/2 cup of milk before adding the rest to help prevent lumps. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-free version, use an unsweetened plant-based milk.