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Paris Hot Chocolate Recipe (Angelina Cafe)

Published: Sep 4, 2023 by Zoha · This post may contain affiliate links · 21 Comments

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This Paris Hot Chocolate is not for the weak of heart - it is rich, thick, creamy, and sinfully chocolatey. This recipe is inspired by the famous Angelina café in Paris, which is famous for its Hot Chocolate served in a simple cup with whipped cream, and typically eaten with a fresh, flakey Croissant.

cup with hot chocolate and whipped cream inside. another cup of hot chocolate and a croissant seen in the background
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  • THE STORY BEHIND THIS PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE
  • HOW TO MAKE THE PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE
  • PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE (ANGELINA CAFE COPYCAT) RECIPE

THE STORY BEHIND THIS PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE

Now - I have to be honest, I have never been a big fan of Hot Chocolate. Normally, it feels a bit too sweet and watered down to me, and I have never understood the hype. However, when I recently went to Paris, I felt like I had to give Angelina's Hot Chocolate a try. Because Parisian desserts and delicacies have seldom disappointed me, and I figured at the very least I'd enjoy the croissant.

overhead image of 2 mugs filled with hot chocolate and topped with dollops of whipped cream

So when the Hot Chocolate arrived, I had low expectations. But the first sip truly blew me away. This Hot Chocolate was like none I had tried before. It was rich and thick, almost like a ganache, with a deep chocolatey flavor that was hard for a chocolate lover NOT to love. I think I literally groaned after the first sip. And I knew, instantly, that I had to figure out this recipe for myself (and you guys!)

HOW TO MAKE THE PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE

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Now, making this Hot Chocolate is awfully simple. All you need is milk, heavy cream, espresso powder, powdered sugar, and dark chocolate. You combine the ingredients in a nonstick saucepan, and stir over medium heat until the chocolate has fully melted.

saucepan with hot chocolate ingredients on the stove
saucepan with hot chocolate ingredients on the stove, chocolate is melting
hot chocolate in a saucepan on the stove

The magic comes down to the ingredients and their quantities:

  • Firstly, you need good quality dark chocolate. I know some people don't like dark chocolate, but Hot Chocolate is supposed to be.. chocolate, so there's no escaping it here. I opted for Ghirardelli's premium dark chocolate, but you can use any good quality brand like Lindt or Valrhona. Just make sure the chocolate is 60-70% cocoa, depending on your taste preferences.
  • Secondly, don't skip the espresso powder. It's subtle, but it really complements the chocolate flavor and makes the whole experience that much better.
  • Thirdly, let it be thick! This recipe makes for a thick, luscious Hot Chocolate, just like the one at Angelina. It's not meant to be gulped down in large quantities, it's more a dessert you sip and enjoy. So I recommend sticking to these quantities. However, if you really don't want it to be thick, the good thing is you can easily adjust the consistency by adding more milk
cup with rich and creamy hot chocolate inside with another cup and a croissant seen in the background

You can drink the hot chocolate as it, plain and yummy, or serve it with whipped cream and a croissant for the full Parisian experience!

croissant being dipped into a cup of hot chocolate

And really, that's it!

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PARIS HOT CHOCOLATE (ANGELINA CAFE COPYCAT) RECIPE


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  • Author: Zoha
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 3-4 servings
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Description

Inspired by the popular Angelina Cafe in Paris, this Hot Chocolate is ultra rich, thick, creamy and chocolatey


Ingredients

  • ¾ cup milk (180g)
  • 1 cup cream (240g)
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp espresso powder
  • 8 oz good quality dark chocolate (226g); between 60-70% cocoa - chopped or chips

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a nonstick saucepan and stir
  • Place the pan over medium-low heat, and use a spatula to stir and cook for ~5-7 minutes until the chocolate has fully melted and the mixture comes to a boil
  • Remove from heat and serve while hot, ideally with some plain whipped cream and a fresh croissant!
  • Prep Time: 1 min
  • Cook Time: 5 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: French

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  1. CC says

    September 06, 2023 at 1:39 am

    So rich! Thanks for sharing Zoha

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      September 08, 2023 at 9:06 pm

      <3 you're welcome

      Reply
      • Sushie says

        September 12, 2023 at 7:53 pm

        I tried this recipe yesterday and came out so good. Just like the original one. Thank you for the recipe zoha. Ha ha ha now I don’t have to go to Paris or New York or order it from Goldbelly. I can make my own Angelina’s special hot chocolate.

        Reply
        • Zoha says

          September 14, 2023 at 2:29 pm

          SO glad you liked this!! It's def almost exactly as good so why not just make it at home 😉

          Reply
  2. Asma Amer says

    September 17, 2023 at 11:10 pm

    Hi Zoha!
    Can we use Cadbury dairy milk chocolate for this?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      September 26, 2023 at 2:36 am

      You can but it might be a bit too sweet! Up to you

      Reply
  3. Ronald says

    October 14, 2023 at 7:30 am

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  4. Shahanah says

    October 17, 2023 at 7:27 am

    Hello! This is so good, similar to Angelina's one. Last time I had Angelina's cold chocolate drink and it was delicious. Do you know if the same recipe can be used to do a cold version or should some items be modified?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      November 09, 2023 at 4:32 am

      Hmmm i am not sure, as this might become a bit too thick as it cools down. You might need to add more milk

      Reply
      • Shirdha Bhojwani says

        December 15, 2024 at 5:54 am

        Hii can we skip espresso powder?

        Reply
  5. Samara says

    November 28, 2023 at 3:41 am

    What cream do you recommend? 35% or can be lower ?

    Reply
  6. Guneey says

    December 23, 2023 at 7:23 pm

    That looks amazing?? The recipe mentions to use espresso powder. I don’t have that, but i have espresso pods for nespresso machine. Can i use brewed espresso coffee? And how much would be the quantity? Or any other substitute?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      January 05, 2024 at 2:23 pm

      You can add a couple tablespoons of brewed espresso. It will change the consistency a bit but not significantly!

      Reply
  7. Zee says

    January 19, 2024 at 8:05 pm

    I LOVED THIS SO MUCH

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      January 26, 2024 at 5:40 pm

      YAYYY!!!

      Reply
  8. Ankita N says

    October 12, 2024 at 9:53 am

    Came out great and very easy to make.

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:33 pm

      Thank you, Ankita!

      Reply
  9. Andrea says

    December 03, 2024 at 7:10 pm

    Has anyone tried making this and keeping warm in a crockpot?

    Reply
  10. Tdc says

    December 11, 2024 at 7:52 pm

    great stuff, used some espresso, but question, Is espresso powder the same as instant espresso?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      December 23, 2024 at 1:22 am

      Yes! interchangeable in recipes 🙂

      Reply
  11. Simran says

    January 08, 2025 at 6:34 am

    Do you use sweetened chocolate or semi-sweetened?

    Reply
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