Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort drink with this homemade hot chocolate recipe. Rich, creamy, and customizable, it’s the perfect treat for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, mix cocoa powder and sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the remaining milk while gently heating over medium-low heat. Stir continuously until steaming but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating peppermint extract or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
- Adjust sweetness by experimenting with different sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg