Chef Jason Hill shares a Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe that will blow away those store bought packets in this episode of "Chef Tips."Did you know that hot chocolate dates back to the Mayan period? In its purest form, it was made with corn meal, chiles and water and was used for sacred ceremonies. This hot chocolate mix recipe will blow away any of those store bought packets and it comes together in a snap!
Heat milk, cream and sugar and whisk in a sauce pot over high heat until it almost reaches a boil. Next, add 1 cup good quality semi sweet chocolate chips.
Whisk until melted. Next, add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug. Top with whipped cream and freshly grated chocolate.