Earl grey has become a popular flavor to add in desserts and drinks. It wasn’t until recent years that I learned Earl Grey is just black tea flavored with the oil of bergamot! I have seen so many people making Earl Grey Hot Chocolate on social media and I understand why after taking my first sip.
The earl grey tea adds delicate floral notes and a nice depth of flavor to plain old hot chocolate. Using real chocolate instead of a powder mix makes a huge difference in quality and taste. Then, it’s topped off with a fluffy cloud of cream whipped to soft peaks.
I don’t think I will ever be satisfied with regular hot chocolate again; I much prefer this elevated version. It is just magical to enjoy by the fireplace on a cold winter night, complete with a light snowfall outside. This would also be great in a thermos to take on the go with your family and drive through the neighborhood enjoying the holiday lights!
Earl Grey Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole Milk
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch Salt
- 2 bags Earl Grey Tea
- 4 oz Dark Chocolate 50% – 60% chopped
- 1/8 tsp Cinnamon optional
- Whipped Cream for serving
- Dark Chocolate grated, for serving
Instructions
- Combine milk, sugar, and salt to a pot over medium heat
- Gently simmer, being careful not to boil
- Add the tea bags, cover pot with lid, and turn off heat. Allow to steep for 5 minutes
- Remove tea bags. Add chocolate and return to low heat
- Whisk until chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth
- Ladle hot chocolate into mugs, top with whipped cream, and grated chocolate
