Description
Indulge in a cozy and decadent treat with this homemade hot chocolate recipe. Rich, creamy, and perfect for chilly days, this classic beverage is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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Milk Mixture:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Chocolate Mixture:
- 1/2 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Topping:
- whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Milk Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until steaming hot but not boiling.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add the chocolate chips and whisk continuously until melted and smooth.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, pour into mugs, and top with whipped cream or marshmallows.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of peppermint extract.
- Opt for high-quality chocolate for the best taste experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
