How to make Hot Chocolate with ARNE & CARLOS

[@greenquiltsgalore1326]

If you had put a coat of dish soap on the outside of the pot before putting it on the fire, it is a quick cleanup job! (An old Girl Guide trick!)

[@audreyabbott7806]

We did the same here in Indiana in the Girl Scouts! Works great!

[@greenquiltsgalore1326]

Clearly we had the same playbook!

[@wnygrl585]

Doesnt the fire burn the soap

[@wnygrl585]

Freya she looked so comfortable on your lap Carlos. 🥰

[@wnygrl585]

A heart shaped pot ❤

[@miabagley2202]

Lovely video! The hot cocoa sounds wonderful. I am in love with your tripod fire.

[@RosannaRiondato]

There is nothing like hot chocolate to warm a heart but seeing both of you make it your way, with your ingredients, over the fire, with the view of the lake in the autumn and the thrill of another beautiful Norwegian sweater in the making...all this made it even more special. Thank you for sharing such an important ritual with us.

[@willow9526]

I prefer the "Russian Chocolate". 😉😉 With some Rum. 🤗🤗🤗 Take care. 🍀🍀🍀

[@BeautifulOaks]

Hi Arne, Carlos, Freya and Moose Moose (wherever you are)! 😅 I’m so glad to start my day with you all enjoying your lives in the garden. It’s suspenseful watching Carlos cook over fire and yet endearing that he’s making hot chocolate for the two of you. Yum!

[@stitchersdelight]

Warm hot chocolate on a cold evening with a fire and knitting....what a lovely way to spend your time

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

The old Dutch recipe for 'warme chocolademelk' is different. While the milk is on the fire until it starts boiling we mix in a cup the desired amounts of cocoa powder and sugar with a little bit of water (or cold milk) untill it's creamy, without any dry lumps. Then when the milk has come to a boil we add the diluted cocoa, mix well and put off the fire. Piping hot it is poured into cups or mugs (we did that with a ladle). The 'de luxe' version than gets whipped cream on top of it.

[@TheCreativeCurator]

This is how we did it growing up in the UK too. Tasty. 😋

[@sunidollfun]

That sounds like a really good technique.

[@henrietteolsen2396]

Oh , hot chocolate. That brings back one of my earliest memories. My granddad, who sadly passed away when I was seven, took me up out of my crib in the early morning to take me downstairs. My mom and grandmother could therefor sleep a bit longer. There downstairs he would make us a bowl of hot chocolate each. One tablespoon of chocolate powder and two tablepoons of sugar in the bowl. He stirred it slowly with the hot milk. And we ate !! it with biscuits soaking in there. It was our little secret he said. We did enjoy it so much together. And I do think they did not know about it. I think I was about two years old then and it is one of my best memories about him

[@monica-NJ-123]

Love Arne , he’s always busy knitting and his work is beautiful , thank you for the cocoa recipe Carlos , it sounds delicious 😊

[@Loralane75]

I love that heart shaped pan ❤

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@andreamiller6200]

What a lovely reverie this was to see this today! I can see how cold it is, just gorgeous weather for hot chocolate! Thank you for sharing your beautiful day, you have made mine beautiful just to have been part of it.

[@rosiecat123]

Yum yum for the hot chocolate. Love the sweaters both of you are wearing, also. Such a lovely transition video from fall to winter.

[@Booboonancy]

That was lovely, outside in beautiful fall weather, a fire and hot chocolate … still no snow ? That recipe sounds perfect 👍

[@ARNECARLOS]

This was prerecorded before we went on tour, so there is probably snow there now.

[@Booboonancy]

@@ARNECARLOS Thanks, I feel less petty now 😉

[@chrisdonohoo]

I also like how easily stevia dissolves compared to regular sugar. . . .always use in my coffee & teas!

[@LizStevens-o6v]

Looks like you were having a delicious day outside - how enjoyable.

[@patriciab8854]

Yum! Thank you for the recipe! I think you should design Arne and Carlos dolls with beautiful knitted sweaters ❤️

[@jillfoster6369]

Yummy. My family uses Oat milk for everything and find that also delicious .

[@MakeItSo1111]

I am born and raised in the USA; but I lived a year and half in Switzerland, boy did I discover ‘chocolate’! I gained 20 pounds in Switzerland! The chocolate is so much better in Europe than here in the USA; I imagine that is how your chocolate is,… delicious!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@angelikahagner2227]

Have a greate time in your garden,looks very cosy on the fire place.

[@crystalwright1504]

Mmmmm, that looks delicious!!! What a wonderful visit with you both! I hope you had a wonderfully fun video weekend when you made those for us.

[@nancylindsay4255]

Freya is such a cuddler!

[@michelemurnane2834]

Using almond milk is a great idea!

[@laurademse8819]

We grow stevia in our garden here in North East Texas. Honey bees love the flowers.

[@anae.sanchez5318]

I am sure this chocolate will go well with the early winter that just arrived in Germany. How cute is that Arne used to eat a bag of marshmallows per week?🤩

[@sandramurphy5165]

I like the way you sit outside in the cold with a fire!

[@noidlehands2019]

Thank you for sharing!☕️

[@margaretberryman6260]

Can't wait for December!

[@knitcrochettiger361]

oh a cozy little fire

[@kellylea28]

Yummy! I love the tripod fire pit too! So happy to have met you at Wool & Co. continued safe travels oxo

[@maiamitt]

So pretty with the lake behind you two.

[@posymay]

I use coconut sugar, it has a malty caramelly flavour. And I like to make hot chocolate in a pan too, but I use a flexible silicone spatula to smush the powder with a small amount of milk first and then gradually add milk. It is fussy but it means there’s no lumps. I like the process.

[@user-hi3bh7iz2n]

Cheers! So cozy! 🤎

[@PinkSallyProductions]

Now I want cocoa! Tak for your recipe. It looks lovely outside there. Be well, Sally 🌹

[@ARNECARLOS]

We hope you like it!

[@annesmith3352]

Just remembered to mention I started reading Lars Mytting Reindeer Hunters brilliant book so exciting ! Feel as if I’m in Norway it even mentions Northumberland Uk 🇬🇧 book sooooooooo good! Xx 😘

[@eileengizienski543]

What a lovely moment this was! Thank you for reminding us to enjoy the small moments, and enjoy hot chocolate!!

[@lightbeingform]

This feels like a nice little visit to a friend’s house. I picked up my own warm drink, my knitting, and chatted along with you two. What a lovely start to the day, thanks!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@MsSherryjh]

Be careful of the Stevie. It is 200 to 400 times sweeter than table sugar! I also use it as my main sweetener and if I were using a packet, I would only use about a 1/4 of it. Carlos, your recipe sounds so yummy. Arne, love the sweater!

[@patp2573]

I always blend my cocoa and sugar and mix that with the cream, then add the milk to fully mix in all the cocoa. A few grains of salt (seriously, just a few) can enhance the flavor.

[@francesinglis6078]

When I make it for the grandchildren I put extra chocolate on top and whipped cream see you next week keep safe

[@ARNECARLOS]

Lucky grandchildren!

[@Mindfulnessification]

I will be making this for Thanksgiving morning! Thank you so much!!!!! 🐑❤️🐑❤️🐑

[@madelcarmencaleromolina2891]

What a beautiful video. Thank you so much.

[@karenaskinas1135]

Yummy❤. I always think European hot chocolate is better than what we have in the US. a bag of marshmallows a week😅

[@vivianweissmann217]

Your cocoa sounds delicious. I always like to add some warming cinnamon to mine. Enjoy and stay safe.

[@blasebaker]

Like your sweater Arne.

[@debbietodd8547]

I love how Arne always defers to Carlos when cooking is involved!😄 You have a beautiful home and I love the sweater Arne is wearing in this video. I usually use organic whole milk for my hot cocoa but make it the same way with the cocoa powder and raw sugar. Will have to try with almond milk. I also like a peppermint candy cane to stir it with😋

[@gardenalways]

😄I was five minutes into the video before I realized that it was Freya in Carlos' lap and not a solid black design on the bottom front of his sweater. She is such a pretty puppy and that hot chocolate looks so yummy!

[@elainewilliams497]

What an amazing setting for knitting and relaxing 🧶🤩

[@joyceprovost380]

Yummmmm, I thought Norwegians did chocolate like the Belgiums, real chocolate bars. Still looks delicious. Lovely video ♥

[@kathleenallan321]

Yum! Everything was so beautiful...the lake in Autumn, Arne's knitting, the fire, you Carlos, and the photography. Thanks!!

[@judydickens1916]

i love. your fire pit.. structure... xx enjoy your trip away .. Keep well..

[@carolynrockafellow417]

How wonderful cozy by the fire knitting with hot chocolate. Nothing better ❤ we got a foot of snow here this weekend so the fire and hot chocolate is even better.

[@rnchimilar]

I went to a nursery it was chilly and I was offered hot chocolate. Well it was nice and warm in my tummy a real treat.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It is such a comfort

[@JannekeKimstra]

I always heat just the milk and put the cocoa and sweetener in my cup with a little bit of milk to make a thin paste, then add the hot milk. That way no lumps of cocoa.

[@margaretberryman6260]

Thank you! Nice to see Freya on Carlos' lap too. Hope the U.S. trip is going well also. Nice to catch a video of you at home again.

[@irisvanamerom1524]

We put the cacao first in a mug with the sugar with a little bit of water and stir till shiny (only 1 table spoon of water). And then the milk on top.

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

Yes, that's the Dutch way for one cup. What I described was for a large pot full of hot chocolade for a group of people ;-)

[@lindaj237]

That's the milk I have with my fruit and cereal breakfast..or same brand Oatmilk also without sugar..

[@wolffdogs1]

I too have the ❤ shaped pan!

[@woolandcookies]

You both are just so charming. Thank you for sharing.

[@marilynbarnett5807]

What a beautiful backdrop.

[@Ladythyme]

Yes! Nice to see you both but I’m here for the Hot Chocolate! LOL…. We always use chocolate or white chocolate chips and regular cow’s milk and then heat until the chips melt…..sometimes adding cream and maybe cinnamon or mint or hazelnut flavoring at the end if desired.

[@patkelly2117]

What a relaxing and warm visit. Can almost taste the hot chocolate.

[@RosyRetro]

Looks delicious!! I must try to make some!

[@angelikahagner2227]

We love it with connamon and Honey.

[@angelikahagner2227]

Cinnamon

[@smurph4959]

Loving your garden and your view and of course you guys. The nature where you live is beautiful. I need to get on my outdoor area hang out area game.

[@bgummeson]

This was such a cosy episode! I like almond milk for hot chocolate, too.

[@irenemacleod5140]

hi guys i loved the scenery i can only imagine how good the hot chocolate is the sweather is beautiful as always well i will see you wed take care

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Irene!

[@michelel3372]

What a lovely, peaceful scene with the lake and the fire. The cocoa sounds wonderful! Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@hazeldonner1855]

I usually mix the cocoa powder with a little cold milk before adding to the warm liquid. It blends quicker that way. Mmmmm. Mmmmmm. ❤️

[@Bella-ji5ok]

Thank you Arne and Carlos What a beautiful setting and I love your tripod fireplace -( I'm going to try and find one like that here in Brisbane Australia)

[@phyllisogis129]

Love seeing Freya cozy on your lap. Lovely bonfire and hot chocolate treat

[@phyllisogis129]

Now Freya is cozy with Arne! She must be so happy to have her people home again.

[@ARNECARLOS]

She moved around!

[@bextermonkey246]

thank you love you guys

[@catherinemontrose2102]

Yummy! We used to take hot chocolate in a thermos and go ice skating on a lake in my hometown of Laramie, Wyoming, US. But my mom used a powdered mix. It was still delicious! I should try your recipe since I now have diabetes and have to avoid too much sugar.

[@danettemcintosh2997]

Catherine I learned to ice skate in Laramie Wyoming! My father attended U of W in the late 60’s. I have such fond memories of Laramie!

[@catherinemontrose2102]

@@danettemcintosh2997 that's cool! I was there from 1968 through 1982, and my dad taught at the university. I still go up there to go hiking and camping in the Snowy Range and climbing at Vedauwoo.

[@michellehenderson2773]

Looks lovely perfect weather for hot chocolate yum❤

[@michaelgrossi3124]

Very nice! I usually add a little vanilla. I guess the almond milk adds lots of flavor.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It does add a really nice flavour!

[@taniabishop]

Looks delicious and warming. Also very relaxing. 😊

[@terriem3922]

Into a large mug: 6 oz water Ghirardelli dutch process cocoa powder (1 tsp because cocoa raises my blood pressure, but you might want more) 1 TBS sweetened condensed milk 1/16 tsp Himalayan salt Fill mug to decent level with 1% lactose free milk microwave (The water helps the cocoa dissolve, recommend heating it then adding milk) Stir, yummy

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the recipe!

[@Lola.2248]

I always look forward to your videos! Can't wait to try your hot chocolate recipe! Thank you so much for sharing! ❤️

[@valerieellison2483]

I love using honey to sweeten cocoa that I make with coconut milk!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Yummy!

[@kurtpayne3784]

Hot Chocolate • 2 tablespoons cocoa • 2 tablespoons sugar • Pinch salt • ¼ cup water • 1½ cup milk • ¼ teaspoon vanilla Add water, cocoa, sugar, and salt into a microwave safe bowl and heat for approximately 40 seconds or until warm. Mix well to create the chocolate syrup. Add milk and vanilla and stir well. Heat in the microwave for about 60 seconds or until hot. or as I don't have a microwave I do it all on the stove.

[@sarojm893]

Thank you both for the lovely scenery in the background, the making of delicious hot chocolate in the foreground and Arne knitting in between. Perfect setting. Hugs to Freya and take care both of you. ❤

[@dianeschwalm3855]

Stir it in your cup with a peppermint candy cane. Yum

[@ARNECARLOS]

Nice

[@antoinettemccollum729]

Oh, I love hot chocolate in the cold weather. I use milk or Half and Half, but I'd try the almond milk to add a nutty flavor profile.... Yummy

[@carmenbailey1560]

Your scenery is so gorgeous mixed with hot chocolate makes a beautiful setting. Here in Ontario Canada, we have blowing winds and snow on the ground. I like your a lot better. Thanks for sharing your day. 👍❤️😊

[@margaretlucero6338]

I love you both❤you really make my days, you both remind me of some one I once known. You traveling experience, really intrigue me, also your life. Stay warm and cozy in your sweaters. I love to knit and crochet; and love to hear you both talk about your life. Your life is like a dream come true, very very interesting seasons greetings peace be with you. ⛄

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Margaret!

[@jennyweyman3039]

Hearing you mention low carb and cream gladdens my old nurse heart! So healthy❤️💕💞

[@cherylg.813]

What a beautiful home you have! The scenery is so peaceful. Hope you are enjoying your adventures in the US and getting ready for the big Thanksgiving feast! Have a wonderful time! ❤️😘

[@klz4377]

Hope your beautiful Le Creuset pot came clean. Enjoyed the episode.

[@terry_679]

I love cocoa made from scratch topped with whipped cream and cinnamon or marshmallows. 😊

[@zimtt1276]

My secret is a pinch of salt, and a splash of vanilla.😋 Oh!! and a small pinch of baking soda (if you use natural and not dutched coco).

[@carolbulmer8253]

Thank you, Arne and Carlos, for sharing your hot chocolate recipe. I love a cup of hot chocolate.

[@janchow88]

Hot chocolate takes me back to childhood. I use cream and milk. For chocolate I melt organic Belgian chocolate and add a bit of pure vanilla extract. Goes down yummy in especially in this cold.

[@VeretenoVids]

I definitely agree with the hot chocolate from a thermos after skiing. Yum! I always make mine with some shaved bittersweet chocolate in addition to the cocoa, plus a bit of vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon. If it's really cold, I'll add a pinch of cayenne--warms you up quick! I am one of the people who gets a really bitter aftertaste from stevia, so I stick with regular sugar. I don't use any sugar if I have marshmallows though because they add plenty of sweetness.

[@janecornell4890]

Here's how I make my hot chocolate. I rip open my package of Swiss Miss with extra mini marshmallows and put it in the mug. Then I boil the water, combine the two and drink! Arne you need marshmallows in your hot chocolate. If you don't have the minis then a dallop of marshmallow crème will do! Cheers! My grandmother made hot chocolate your way. I am too lazy! Which reminds me that I should check and see if I need to buy some more! The weather is cold here now too!

[@jillbyron9774]

Love to my favorite guys...Jill from NY. Xxxooo

[@terrimossgrove4820]

Bon Ami powder cleaner will get the enameled pot clean without too much effort and no damage. Thanks for the lovely video

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the tip!

[@karinlease3544]

Hello loves! So nice to see you sitting out in your garden. We have vegan creamers here in the us that are absolutely delicious. My favorite is an oatmilk creamer and it is very sweet. Arne would love it. 😘

[@gingermolinero8386]

Arne and Carlos was wonderful sharing your hot cocoa today. 9° Fahrenheit today where I live, perfect hot chocolate day. Loved seeing Little Freya on your lap and chair. Please give her pets for me

[@helenabiesma5560]

with X mas ad Bailys cream - one shot - and I would whisk it harder to make it creamier

[@karentoynton8948]

Your hot chocolate looked very nice. I will need to see if I can get some sugar free cocoa in Uk. So hope your pan cleaned up ok. Such a lovely I think le creuset dish. Also , your spoon didn’t get to warm hehe. I could taste how nice it was with you. Trusting your still having a lovely break away , most importantly that your preparing to go to Dolly wood, I am keeping everything crossed that a once in a lifetime sunrise happens and you get to see Dolly. That would top your whole break. Thank you both for sharing , take care. Catch up Wednesday xx

[@-32246-]

I love your fire pit. I've never seen anything like that.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It is very common in Norway.