Truffled Hot Chocolate Melt Recipe: Gianduja Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Hot Chocolate

When you’re craving a luxurious, nutty chocolate experience, this Gianduja Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Hot Chocolate is the perfect indulgence. Made with Prestat’s 38% milk chocolate flakes and the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Milk Gianduja truffles, this drink is a smooth, rich blend of chocolate and hazelnut, perfect for cosy evenings or as a special treat.

Ingredients

(Serves 2)

• 400ml whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
• 100g Prestat 38% Milk Chocolate Flakes
• 2 Prestat Milk Gianduja Truffles
• 1 tbsp hazelnut syrup or hazelnut liqueur (optional, for extra nutty flavour)
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
• Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
• Crushed hazelnuts or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Method

1. Heat the Milk
   In a medium saucepan, gently warm the milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally, ensuring it doesn’t boil.

2. Melt the Chocolate
   Once the milk is warm, lower the heat and stir in Prestat’s 38% Milk Chocolate Flakes. Stir until the flakes melt completely, creating a smooth, creamy base.

3. Add the Truffles
   Add the Prestat Milk Gianduja Truffles and stir gently until they melt fully into the hot chocolate, infusing the drink with a silky, nutty richness.

4. Enhance the Nutty Flavour (Optional)
   If you want an extra boost of hazelnut flavour, stir in hazelnut syrup or hazelnut liqueur. Adjust sweetness by adding honey or sugar, if needed.

5. Serve and Garnish
   Pour the hazelnut hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, and garnish with crushed hazelnuts or chocolate shavings for added indulgence.

Serving Suggestion

This hazelnut-infused hot chocolate pairs beautifully with biscotti, shortbread, or a slice of hazelnut cake, making it a decadent treat for any occasion.