# Polar Express Hot Chocolate

> Rich hot chocolate with milk, condensed milk and espresso. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @sad_papi.

- **Source:** [@sad_papi on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@sad_papi/video/7171231419442744619)
- **Estimated total time:** 40 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Drink · **Cuisine:** American
- **Mood:** Comfort Food
- **Main ingredients:** Chocolate, Coffee, Cream, Cinnamon, Milk
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/polar-express-hot-chocolate

## Ingredients

- 960 ml milk
- 340 g condensed milk
- 227 g dark chocolate, chopped
- 30 ml espresso, or strong brewed coffee
- 1 g salt, pinch
- 120 ml whipped cream, barely sweetened
- 1 g cinnamon, ground, for topping
- 3 g cocoa powder, for topping
- 1 g nutmeg, ground, for topping

## Method

1. **Combine the ingredients** Add the milk, condensed milk, coffee and chopped chocolate to a pot.
2. **Melt the chocolate** Warm over very low heat, whisking every few minutes, until the chocolate is fully melted.
3. **Simmer and reduce** Bring to a gentle simmer and let it go, stirring the sides and bottom with a rubber spatula every so often. The water in the milk and coffee evaporates, thickening the cocoa without any starches and concentrating the flavor.
4. **Finish with salt** Stir in a pinch of salt.
5. **Serve** Serve hot topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, cocoa powder and nutmeg.
6. **Reheat (optional)** Add to a pot and warm slowly, adding a touch of milk if it is very thick.

## FAQ

**How long does polar express hot chocolate take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 40 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @sad_papi on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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