Drinks

Passionfruit-Milk Chocolate Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Shavings Recipe

ByMatteo Rossi December 21, 2025December 21, 2025

Introduction

Indulge in a luxurious twist on classic hot chocolate with this passionfruit milk chocolate hot chocolate. Creamy, frothy, and bursting with bright citrus notes, it’s the perfect cozy treat to warm your soul.

Two white ceramic cups with small painted flowers on the outside are shown, each filled with a frothy light brown drink. The drink has a creamy layer on top with a dollop of white cream and a generous topping of grated chocolate covering about half of the surface. One cup has a small wooden spoon resting across the rim. Both cups sit on separate light wooden boards placed on a white marbled surface. The photo has a soft natural light with a shallow depth of field, focusing on the cup in front. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

140g passionfruit chocolate canache
340g milk
Pinch of salt
60g whipped cream (optional)

For the Passionfruit Milk Chocolate Canache

170g milk chocolate (preferably Ambra 36% from Felchlin)
75g passionfruit puree (Boiron recommended)
60g whipping cream
3g vanilla powder or 1 tsp vanilla paste
25g butter, room temperature

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the passionfruit puree to about 60°C and set aside.
Step 2: Melt the milk chocolate in a bain-marie (water bath) over low heat until fully melted.
Step 3: In a separate pot, heat the whipping cream, salt, and vanilla until just below boiling. Add this mixture to the melted chocolate in three increments, stirring gently in small circular motions from the center to create a smooth and creamy texture. Avoid whisking vigorously.
Step 4: Add the warm passionfruit puree and butter to the chocolate mixture and stir until the butter melts and the canache is smooth and glossy.
Step 5: For extra creaminess, briefly hand blend the canache for a few seconds, taking care not to introduce too many air bubbles. Store the canache in an airtight container at room temperature for a few hours or overnight for best crystallization. Refrigerate after 24 hours; it keeps well for up to 3 weeks.
Step 6: To prepare the hot chocolate, heat the milk until hot.
Step 7: Place the canache and a pinch of salt into a small blender, add the hot milk, and blend for about one minute until completely melted and frothy.
Step 8: Pour into cups and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and a smooth texture.
Fresh passionfruit puree delivers consistent, intense citrus flavor compared to fresh fruit.
Hand blending the canache briefly creates a perfect emulsion without too much air.
Try swapping whipped cream for coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.

Storage

Store the passionfruit chocolate canache in an airtight container at room temperature for a few hours or overnight to set. After 24 hours, keep it refrigerated and consume within 3 weeks. Reheat gently before use. Once prepared, enjoy the hot chocolate immediately for the best frothy texture.

How to Serve

Two cups of frothy coffee with layers starting with a smooth light beige foam on top, sprinkled with thin, dark brown chocolate shavings mainly on one half, and a small dollop of white cream near the center. One cup has a small wooden spoon resting across its rim. Both cups are white with tiny hand-painted flowers in blue and pink scattered around the surface. Each cup sits on a light wooden board, all placed on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh passionfruit instead of puree?

Fresh passionfruit can be used but may result in less consistent flavor and texture. Puree ensures a smoother, more intense citrus taste in this recipe.

What type of chocolate works best for this hot chocolate?

Milk chocolate with about 36–38% cocoa content works best to create a creamy, rich canache. Swiss chocolates like Felchlin are recommended for their quality and flavor.