Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate that will warm you up from the inside out. This classic winter beverage is perfect for cozy nights in or as a sweet treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy Base:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Chocolate Mixture:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Toppings:
- whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until hot but not boiling.
- Add Chocolate: Add the chocolate chips and whisk until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve: Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For a richer version, use all heavy cream or add a splash of flavored liqueur.
- You can also use non-dairy milk and coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
