Begin by grinding the good quality dark chocolate in a food processor until it’s finely ground. This typically takes about 1-2 minutes.

Once your chocolate is finely processed, transfer it into a mason jar for easy storage. If using, slice open the vanilla bean pod and layer it within the chocolate mixture.

Take your French press and add about 4 tablespoons of the prepared chocolate mix along with the optional espresso powder.

In a quart-sized Pyrex measuring cup, pour your desired amount of milk and microwave it for about 2-3 minutes until it’s scalding hot but not boiling.

Carefully pour the scalding milk over the chocolate mix in the French press. Allow to steep for about 2 minutes before plunging vigorously for 1 minute.

Pour the frothed chocolate into your favorite cups and enjoy immediately.