Looking for the best cup of hot chocolate in the world? You found it! This rich, luxurious Alpine Hot Chocolate is the perfect way to warm up this winter.

Thank you to my grocery partner Kroger for supporting The Rose Table and this recipe! It’s partnerships like this that keep The Rose Table going.

A mug of this perfect hot chocolate will transport you to a fabulous ski resort in the Swiss Alps! This recipe is a stone’s throw away from the viral French Hot Chocolate, which is SO rich, it’s practically ganache. Personally I like my hot chocolate a bit more drinkable.

I served a big batch of this as dessert at my Alpine Christmas Party with vanilla whipped cream, cinnamon marshmallows, and cookie stirrers.

My parents and my foodie best friend all said this is the BEST hot chocolate they’ve ever had. My mom even called me Judy the Elf (if you know, you know) and I can’t think of a higher compliment than that. Try this delightful recipe and see for yourself!

Alpine Hot Chocolate

Serves 2
1 cup milk
1/2 cup cream
2 tsp brown sugar
4-5 oz dark chocolate (70%)

1. Chop chocolate and set aside.
2. Whisk milk, cream, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium until it starts to bubble around the edges.
3. Lower the heat to the lowest setting and slowly whisk in chopped chocolate in a few batches until completely melted. Serve with whipped cream and marshmallows.

To serve four:
2 cups milk 
1 cup cream 
4 tsp brown sugar 
8-10 oz dark chocolate

To serve six: 
3 cups milk
1.5 cups cream
6 tsp brown sugar
12-15 oz dark chocolate