Hot Chocolate from Frozen: Anna and Elsa's Recipe

Hot Chocolate from Frozen: Anna and Elsa's Recipe

In Frozen, Anna mentions hot chocolate as a symbol of cosiness and domestic warmth — everything the princess dreamed of while spending years in the castle's isolation. This recipe warms on any cold day.

History and origin

Hot chocolate, unlike cocoa, is made from real chocolate rather than powder. The tradition dates from Mesoamerica: the Aztecs drank cold, bitter chocolate beverages long before European colonisers arrived.

Key ingredients

Real hot chocolate: heat milk (do not boil), add 70%+ dark chocolate (finely chopped or grated), a pinch of salt and cinnamon. Whisk vigorously to a frothy foam. Top with whipped cream.

How to cook at home

The higher the cocoa percentage, the less sweet the drink: add sugar or honey to taste. Add a pinch of chilli and cardamom for a 'winter' version. For children, use 30–40% milk chocolate without spices.

This recipe will transport you to the atmosphere of your favourite film or series right at your dining table.