Earl Grey Hot Chocolate

Let me tell you, this Earl Grey Hot Chocolate might just be my favorite cozy drink this season. It’s creamy, chocolatey, and has the most beautiful hint of bergamot from the tea. If you’ve never had tea and chocolate together, this is your sign. Inspired by @teakandthyme and powered by dark chocolate and a bit of maple, this little treat tastes like something you’d sip in a cozy book café. Let’s make it together!

Method

1. Heat the Milk

Start by pouring your milk of choice into a small saucepan. I personally love using oat or almond milk for that creamy texture, but any kind will work. Place the saucepan over medium heat and let the milk warm up until it reaches a gentle simmer. Make sure it doesn’t boil you’re aiming for warm and steamy, not bubbling over. Boiling the milk could scald it and affect the flavor, so once it starts to steam, you’re good to go.

2. Steep the Tea

Once your milk is hot, switch off the heat completely and drop in the Earl Grey tea bag. Let it steep in the warm milk for about 5 minutes. This is the part where all the lovely floral and citrus notes from the bergamot-infused tea soak into the milk. You don’t want to rush this step give it the full time to infuse properly.

3. Add the Chocolate and Other Goodies

After the tea has steeped, take out the tea bag and toss it. Now it’s time to add the rich stuff! Drop in the chopped dark chocolate (about one-third of a bar), the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. These ingredients will melt into the milk and bring out that deep, cozy chocolate flavor with a hint of sweet warmth from the maple and vanilla.

4. Stir Until Smooth

With all the ingredients in the pot, grab a whisk or spoon and stir gently until everything melts and blends together. Keep stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Make sure no chocolate bits are left floating around this should be one silky, dreamy drink by the end.

5. Pour and Top It Off

Carefully pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug (the bigger and cozier, the better). Top it with whatever makes you happy whipped cream, extra chopped dark chocolate, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon or edible flowers if you’re feeling fancy. I love using @califiafarms heavy whip for an ultra-rich finish.6. Time to Enjoy
Now comes the best part take a sip, snuggle in, and enjoy every creamy, chocolatey, floral-scented drop. It’s cozy drink perfection.

Necessary Tools

• Small saucepan
• Whisk or spoon
• Mug (your coziest one)
• Measuring spoons
• Sharp knife (to chop that chocolate bar)

Serving Suggestions

This drink is perfect for 

• A cozy night in with a blanket and a book
• A fancy dessert drink for movie night
• Holiday mornings by the fireplace
• A sweet afternoon pick-me-up
  Want to make it even more fun? Add a lavender twist or a pinch of cinnamon on top!

Fun Fact

Did you know Earl Grey tea is flavored with oil from the rind of bergamot orange? It gives the tea its signature floral and citrus scent, and it pairs beautifully with chocolate. So basically, this drink is a flavor match made in heaven.

Conclusion

This Earl Grey Hot Chocolate is rich, cozy, and a little bit fancy. It feels like something you’d get at a chic café but is secretly super easy to make at home. I love how the tea and chocolate come together, it’s comforting, slightly floral, and just sweet enough. Perfect for slow mornings, rainy evenings, or anytime you want a little mug of joy. Let me know if you try it!