A rich, indulgent twist on a classic favourite
Inspired by the much-loved Black Forest dessert, this Black Forest Hot Chocolate blends deep chocolate flavours with sweet cherry notes for a truly indulgent drink. It’s a perfect addition to autumn and winter menus, while also working beautifully as a dessert-style hot drink all year round.
Designed for cafés, restaurants and garden centres, this recipe is quick to prepare, easy to scale, and just as enjoyable for home users wanting a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
(Serves 1)
- 30g Heavenly Hot Chocolate powder
- 200ml fresh milk (or dairy alternative)
- 15ml Simply Black Forest Syrup
- Simply Cherry Topping Sauce (to drizzle)
Optional:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
Method
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Heat the milk
Gently heat 200ml of milk until hot, but not boiling. -
Mix the hot chocolate
Add 30g Heavenly Hot Chocolate powder to your cup and slowly pour over the hot milk, stirring until smooth. -
Add the syrup
Stir in 15ml Simply Black Forest Syrup. -
Finish & serve
Top with whipped cream if desired and drizzle generously with Simply Cherry Topping Sauce.
Why it works
- Heavenly Hot Chocolate delivers a rich, smooth chocolate base
- Simply Black Forest Syrup adds depth and dessert-style flavour
- Simply Cherry Topping Sauce creates visual appeal and indulgence
This drink feels premium, familiar, and indulgent — perfect for boosting average spend.
Products used in this recipe
- Heavenly Hot Chocolate – Heavenly Coffee
- Simply Black Forest Syrup – Simply
- Simply Cherry Topping Sauce – Simply