Description
A creamy, indulgent hot chocolate that evokes warm memories of cozy nights with loved ones. Perfect for chilly evenings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Add a couple of tablespoons of milk, and stir until you create a smooth paste.
- Gradually add the remaining milk while stirring to combine.
- Place the saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead advice: Prepare the cocoa mixture ahead of time and reheat it gently before enjoying. Feel free to customize with different types of milk or flavorings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg