PREPARING DRINKING CHOCOLATE
There are many ways to prepare a cup of drinking chocolate. Each method has it own advantage. Depending on the desired texture, level of airation, appearance or available equipment select a method which works for you. They are all delicious.
Enjoy our extensive guide.
H&V
AMOUNT GUIDELINE
When you foam milk the volume increases. Depending on the type of milk or milk-alternative the volume size of your cup may vary.
| CUP | CUP SIZE | MILK OR MILK-ALTERNATIVE | H&V DRINKING CHOCOLATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cappuccino cup | 150 ml | 85 ml | 20 g |
| Medium mug | 200 ml | 120 ml | 28 g |
| Large mug | 240 ml | 140 ml | 32 g |
| Large mug | 250 ml | 150 ml | 35 g |
| NO SCALES OR RIGHT SIZE SCOOP? | |||
| Approximately | 4 parts | 1 part | |
Varying with the amount of drinking chocolate flakes you can prepare a drink that fits your personal profile.
HOW TO PREPARE H&V DRINKING CHOCOLATE
| METHOD | PROS / CONS |
| 1) Quick Steam | • Fast to prepare • No latte art |
| 2) Latte Art | • No need to measure milk • Latte art possible |
| 3) Home Made | • Steam not necessary • Less (regular) aerated volume • Slower to prepare |
| 4) Electric Frother | • Effortless • Not all electric frothers allow for a hot cup |
1) QUICK STEAM METHOD
Tools needed: steamer on espresso machine + 1 pitcher + scoop or scales
First, determine which size cup you want to use as a serving. Measure the right amount of milk and drinking chocolate flakes.
1) Pour the right amount of fresh milk or milk alternative into the pitcher
2) Scoop or weigh the right amount of drinking chocolate into the pitcher
3) Steam until dissolved and hot
4) Pour in a cup. Ready to serve
2) LATTE ART METHOD
Tools needed: steamer on espresso machine + 2 pitchers + whisk + scoop or scales
This method is similar to making a cappuccino. Instead of adding espresso we make a concentrated amount of chocolate drink first and add steamed milk on top which allows for creating latte art.
1) Scoop the desired weight of drinking chocolate flakes and add it to the first pitcher
2) Pour a bit of fresh milk or milk alternative on top of the flakes
3) Short steam blast to heat it up and melt the chocolate flakes
4) Whisk the warm milk and flakes to nice consistancy
5) Pour the concentrated drinking chocolate mixture in a cup
6) Take a second pitcher and pour approximately the amount of milk/ milk-alternative you need to fill the rest of the cup (like a cappuccino)
7) Steam the milk or milk-alternative
8) Add the steamed milk to the cup and create the latte art. Ready to serve.
3) HOME MADE METHOD
Tools needed: pan + whisk + scoop or scales
First, determine which size cup you want to use as a serving. Measure the right amount of milk and drinking chocolate flakes.
1) Add the desired amount of milk or milk-alternative to a pan
2) Scoop or weigh the desired amount of drinking chocolate flakes to the pan
3) Heat the mixture and whisk it into an airy substance. Continue until hot and all chocolate is dissolved.
4) Pour it into a cup. Ready to serve.
4) ELECTRIC MILK FROTHER
Tools needed:
Milk frother + scoop or scales
First, determine which size cup you want to use as a serving. Measure the right amount of milk and drinking chocolate flakes.
1) Pour the right amount of fresh milk or milk alternative into the frother
2) Scoop the right amount of drinking chocolate into the pitcher
3) Turn on the frother and wait until machine is finished
4) Pour in a cup. Ready to serve!
