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Hot Chocolate Espresso Machine Recipes to Try at Home

Who doesn’t love a warm cup of hot chocolate on a chilly day? And with the holiday season around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how to make the perfect cup of hot chocolate. One way to take your hot chocolate game to the next level is by using an espresso machine. Here are some delicious hot chocolate espresso machine recipes to try at home:

Classic Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 8 oz. semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Combine milk, cream, and sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add chocolate chips and stir until melted.
3. Add vanilla extract and stir to combine.
4. Pour mixture into the espresso machine and brew a double shot of espresso directly into the hot chocolate mixture.
5. Stir to combine and serve hot.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 8 oz. semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
• Whipped cream and crushed candy canes for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine milk, cream, and sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add chocolate chips and stir until melted.
3. Add vanilla and peppermint extracts and stir to combine.
4. Pour mixture into the espresso machine and brew a double shot of espresso directly into the hot chocolate mixture.
5. Stir to combine and serve hot with whipped cream and crushed candy canes on top, if desired.

Spiced Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 8 oz. bittersweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
• Whipped cream and ground cinnamon for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine milk, cream, and sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add chocolate chips and stir until melted.
3. Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper, and stir to combine.
4. Pour mixture into the espresso machine and brew a double shot of espresso directly into the hot chocolate mixture.
5. Stir to combine and serve hot with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top, if desired.

Conclusion

Using an espresso machine to make hot chocolate is a fun and easy way to upgrade your hot chocolate game. These recipes are just a starting point – feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings to find your perfect cup of hot chocolate. Happy brewing!