Raspberry Hot Chocolate - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 ounces milk chocolate, finely chopped
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup heavy cream (or half and half)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 -3 tablespoons raspberry flavored syrup
crystallized ginger, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Combine everything except the syrup and ginger in a small saucepan and place over medium-low heat. Whisk occasionally until chocolate is melted, about 2 minutes.
Continue to cook, whisking frequently until smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in raspberry syrup, top with a piece of ginger, if using, and serve immediately.