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Dunkin Donuts Copycat Hot Chocolate

Dunkin Donuts copycat hot chocolate is made on the stovetop with cocoa, whole milk, and melted semisweet chocolate. It turns out smooth and rich, with a hint of vanilla in every hot serving.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 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. Whisk the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt together in a 2-quart saucepan, then gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  2. Warm over medium-low heat, whisking often, for 5 to 7 minutes, until steaming and the cocoa is fully dissolved; do not let it boil.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the chopped chocolate, and whisk until melted and smooth, then stir in the vanilla and serve hot.

Notes

For the smoothest texture, whisk continuously as you add the milk and do not let the mixture boil. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the milk may separate. For a dairy-free version, use an unsweetened plant-based milk and dairy-free semisweet chocolate.