3 squares (1 oz each)
1 unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup water
1 qt (4 cups) milk, heated
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 peppermint cane or stick for
1 garnish
Directions
Stir chocolate and water in a medium saucepan over low heat until
chocolate has melted (mixture will thicken)., Gradually whisk in
milk, then sugar and salt until evenly blended.
To serve: Reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat or in microwave,
stirring occasionally. Serve with peppermint-cane stirrer.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Chocolate; Dessert
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We hope you enjoy this Brown Sugar Hot Chocolate recipe.
