Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort drink with this rich and creamy hot chocolate recipe—a delicious treat that warms your heart on chilly days.
Ingredients
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For the Hot Chocolate:
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Heat the Milk: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the whole milk. Stir occasionally until warm but not boiling.
- 2. Whisk in Cocoa Powder: Add unsweetened cocoa powder and sugar to the warm milk. Whisk vigorously until combined and smooth.
- 3. Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4. Serve It Up: Pour into mugs and top generously with whipped cream if desired.
- 5. Customize Toppings: Get creative! Add crushed peppermint candies or marshmallows for an extra special touch.
- 6. Enjoy: Sip slowly and savor the cozy warmth of your homemade hot chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg