# Components:
→ Hot Chocolate
01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 - 3.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Marshmallow Bar
08 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
10 - 1/2 cup crisp rice cereal
# Method:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine whole milk and heavy cream. Heat until steaming but avoid boiling.
02 - Whisk in chopped bittersweet chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until the chocolate fully melts and the mixture is smooth.
03 - Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Keep the mixture warm.
04 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add mini marshmallows and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until fully melted.
05 - Stir in crisp rice cereal until evenly coated, then press the mixture into a parchment-lined small dish to a 1/2-inch thickness.
06 - Allow the marshmallow mixture to cool for 5 minutes before cutting into bars.
07 - Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top each with a marshmallow bar, letting it float and melt slightly into the beverage.
