Active Time

　　10 minutes

　　Total Time

　　10 minutes

　　This hot chocolate mix is made with a blend of chocolate and cocoa powder for a rich, decadent flavor and creamy texture. For an even more luscious mug, use equal parts heavy cream and whole milk.

　　

Ingredients

8 servings (1 1/2 cups mix)

　　

For the hot chocolate mix:

3/4 cup powdered sugar

　　1/2 cup high-quality cocoa powder

　　3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped

　　2 teaspoons cornstarch

　　1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt

　　1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

　　

For the hot chocolate:

1 cup whole milk

　　Whipped cream, marshmallows, and cocoa powder (for serving)

　　

Make the hot chocolate mix:

Step 1

Combine powdered sugar, cocoa powder, chocolate, cornstarch, and sea salt in a food processor. Scrape in vanilla seeds; discard pod. Blend until mixture is smooth and powdery, about 1 minute.

　　

Make the hot chocolate:

Step 2

Bring milk to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 3 Tbsp. hot chocolate mix and cook, whisking occasionally, until mixture returns to a simmer and hot chocolate mix is dissolved and thickens slightly, 1-2 minutes.

　　

Step 3

Transfer hot chocolate to a mug. Top with whipped cream and marshmallows and dust with cocoa powder.

　　

Do Ahead

Step 4

Hot chocolate mix can be made 2 months ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature, or freeze up to 3 months.