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Cherry Hot Chocolate

Easy Cherry Hot Chocolate

Camila Benitez
Delight your family or friends with the decadent taste and delicious aroma of this Cherry Hot Chocolate. Our tantalizing recipe combines the rich, creamy taste of chocolate with maraschino cherry juice and a touch of almond extract, then topped with Cherry flavored whipped cream for the perfect finishing. We guarantee it will become your new favorite way to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Hot Chocolate:

For  the Cherry Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream , cold
  • ¼ cup confections sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 3 tablespoons Maraschino Cherries syrup

Instructions
 

For the Cherry Whipped cream:

  • Place the cream in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the sugar, syrup, vanilla and almond extract and beat medium-high until it forms soft peaks.

For the Cherry Hot Chocolate:

  • Whisk together the milk, evaporated milk, syrup, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan until well combined. Bring to just below a boil over medium-high heat, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add the almond extract and vanilla. Serve with whipped cream in each cup. Enjoy our Cherry Hot Chocolate!

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat
  • To store: Refrigerate the Cherry Hot Chocolate for up to days in an airtight container.
  • To reheat: In a saucepan over low heat until thoroughly heated; do not boil. After that, remove it quickly to serve.
Make-Ahead
Cherry Hot Chocolate can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. When you're ready to serve, reheat the hot chocolate in a saucepan over low heat until thoroughly heated, but do not boil it. Then, top it with the Cherry Whipped Cream and any additional toppings you desire, such as white chocolate shavings or cut-up maraschino cherries. This makes it a convenient option for holiday parties or gatherings, as you can prepare it in advance and reheat it when your guests arrive.
How to Freeze
While Cherry Hot Chocolate can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days, it is not recommended to freeze it because it contains dairy and whipped cream, which can affect its texture and taste. Freezing may cause the liquid to separate, and the whipped cream may become watery and lose its texture. However, you can freeze the Cherry Whipped Cream separately for up to a month in an airtight container. Then, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using it to top the hot chocolate. This ensures that the whipped cream maintains its texture and taste.
Notes:
  • You can use any milk or non-dairy you want. However, full-fat dairy makes it a richer and creamier Cherry Hot Chocolate.
  • This recipe also works well with any chocolate powder mix.
  • Topping Ideas: Whipped cream, marshmallows, white chocolate shavings or chocolate chunks, peppermint, cut-up maraschino cherry, etc.
  • Refrigerate the Cherry Hot Chocolate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Reheat in a saucepan over low heat until thoroughly heated; do not boil. After that, remove it quickly to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Cherry Hot Chocolate
Amount per Serving
Calories
233
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Cholesterol
 
39
mg
13
%
Sodium
 
130
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
175
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
26
g
9
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
25
g
28
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
503
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
 
0.5
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
157
mg
16
%
Iron
 
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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