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Judy's Hot Chocolate from the Santa Clause

The Starving Chef
Judy's hot cocoa from The Santa Clause is an iconic Christmas drink that few people get to taste. This recipe combines the best of fluffy marshmallows and cold chocolate cream to make the perfect hot chocolate recipe.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Christmas, Drinks, Fictional Feasts
Cuisine Disney, Quick & Easy
Servings 8

Equipment

Ingredients
  

FOR HOT CHOCOLATE SAUCE

FOR CHOCOLATE CREAM

  • 1 cup heavy cream cold
  • ¼ cup whole milk cold
  • 2 tablespoons hot fudge sundae topping warmed until pourable

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot over medium heat, whisk together the whole milk, evaporated milk and marshmallows. Stir until the marshmallows are just beginning to melt.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips. Stir continuously, scraping the bottom of the pot as you go to make sure the chocolate isn't sticking and melting on the bottom. Continue to stir until the marshmallows are completely melted and there is no chocolate on the bottom of the pot. The liquid should be soupy but not thickened. When it begins to steam and bubble, remove it from the heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a mason jar or cocktail shaker, combine the heavy cream, milk and hot fudge. Shake vigorously until well combined and foamy - about 5 minutes.
  • Carefully transfer the hot chocolate sauce to a serving pitcher. Pour the cold cream on top then use a long spoon to stir the hot chocolate until it reaches a consistent color throughout. Serve right away to the future Santa - enjoy!

ALTERNATIVE SERVING INSTRUCTIONS

  • Use a ladle to fill individual serving cups about 1/2 way full with the steaming hot chocolate sauce . Then pour the cold chocolate cream on top until the cups are about 3/4 full. Stir each serving until a consistent temp and color can be seen throughout, then serve warm. Happy Holidays!

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS

  • After mixing the hot chocolate sauce and cold cream, as the liquid cools it will firm up to about pudding consistency. Reheat the hot chocolate in 30 second interverals in the microwave, stirring between each heating, until the hot chocoalte returns to a warm drinkable, consistency. Enjoy!
Keyword chocolate, copycat, dessert
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