Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy hot chocolate, perfect for warming your soul on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a caramel twist)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Heat the Milk
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until it simmers gently—avoid boiling.
- 2. Mix Cocoa and Sugar
- In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder and sugar until well mixed to prevent clumps.
- 3. Combine Everything
- Once the milk is warm, whisk in the cocoa mixture until fully dissolved and smooth.
- 4. Add Vanilla
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- 5. Serve Up Delight
- Pour into mugs and top generously with whipped cream.
- 6. Customize
- Add toppings like crushed peppermint or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (240ml)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg