Hot Vanilla

This is seriously my new favorite drink ever! It tastes like a warm version of homemade ice cream. Basically, the classic hot chocolate treat has been turned on it's head by serving up steaming mugs of this vanilla-flavored tummy warmer.

Please note: I didn't have chocolate syrup the first time I made it but used the Nestle Quick Chocolate powder and it worked great.

Start with the topping. In a medium bowl, whip 1/2 cup of whipping cream until it's frothy. Add 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup and a dash of cinnamon, then continue to whip the mixture until everything is well blended and peaks form. Makes enough to top about 6 drinks.

For each hot vanilla, microwave 1 cup of milk and 2 teaspoons of sugar in a mug for 90 seconds. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Top with a dollop of chocolate cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a dash of cinnamon.