Jersey Milk and Lavender Infused Hot Chocolate

A comforting and fragrant hot chocolate featuring creamy Jersey milk and delicate lavender notes. The Jersey butter adds a touch of richness, while a tiny pinch of Jersey Royal potato starch thickens the drink beautifully. Serve with locally made Jersey shortbread for the ultimate indulgence.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

365 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.55/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

4cupsJersey Whole Milk(Use full-fat Jersey milk for the creamiest result.)

£1.50

4ouncesDark Chocolate(Choose a good quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), roughly chopped.)

£1.75

1tablespoonDried Lavender Flowers(Use culinary grade lavender.)

£0.75

1tablespoonJersey Butter(Unsalted, adds richness.)

£0.20

0.3teaspoonJersey Royal Potato Starch(To thicken the hot chocolate. Can be replaced with cornstarch if Jersey Royal Potato Starch is unavailable. Dissolve in 1 tablespoon of cold milk before adding.)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonVanilla Extract(Optional, enhances the flavor.)

£0.15

To tasteSugar(Adjust to your preferred sweetness. Consider using Jersey honey for a local touch.)

£0.10

OptionalWhipped Cream(For topping, consider using Jersey cream to make the whipped cream.)

£1.20

OptionalChocolate Shavings(For garnish)

£0.50

Total Cost

£6.20

£1.55 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a saucepan, combine the Jersey milk and dried lavender flowers. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the milk is just simmering. Do not boil.
2.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the lavender infuse for 10 minutes. This allows the lavender flavour to permeate the milk.
3.
Strain the milk through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the lavender flowers. Discard the lavender flowers.
4.
Return the infused milk to the saucepan. Add the chopped dark chocolate, Jersey butter, and the potato starch slurry (potato starch mixed with 1 tablespoon of cold milk).
5.
Heat over low heat, whisking constantly, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and thickened slightly. Be careful not to scorch the chocolate.
6.
Stir in the vanilla extract (if using) and sugar to taste.
7.
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
8.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (310g)

365 kcal / 1527 kJ

Carbs

28g

11% of RDA

Fat

26g

37% of RDA

Protein

10g

20% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

24 g

27% of RDA

Sodium

120 mg

5% of RDA

Saturated Fat

16 g

80% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a stronger lavender flavour, increase the amount of lavender flowers or steep for a longer time.

If you don't have dried lavender flowers, you can use a few drops of lavender extract, but be very careful as it can be overpowering.

To make this vegan, substitute the Jersey milk and butter with plant-based alternatives. Ensure your chocolate is also vegan.

Pair with local Jersey shortbread for a delightful treat.

Cooking Equipment

Saucepan

Whisk

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