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A warm cup of rich hot chocolate served in a white mug.
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5 from 3 votes

Dominican Hot Chocolate (Chocolate con Leche)

A warm, creamy Dominican hot chocolate made with traditional sweet chocolate tablets, whole milk, cinnamon, and a touch of salt. Simple, comforting, and perfect for cozy mornings or holiday gatherings.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Dominican
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 263kcal
Author: Vanessa

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk 960 ml
  • 4 ounces Dominican sweet chocolate tablets such as Embajador (113 g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 0.5 g
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt 0.75 g

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, chocolate tablets (broken into pieces), cinnamon, and salt.
  • Stir occasionally and cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the chocolate to fully melt into the milk. Do not let the mixture boil.
  • Once smooth and fully combined, remove from heat.
  • Ladle into mugs and serve hot.

Notes

  • Stir frequently to prevent the milk from scorching.
  • For a slightly frothy texture, whisk briefly before serving.
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 542mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 429IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 318mg | Iron: 1mg