Description
Hot chocolate is the ultimate cozy drink, perfect for warming up on chilly evenings or celebrating special moments. This rich and creamy beverage combines whole milk with unsweetened cocoa powder and a hint of vanilla, delivering a delightful experience in every sip. Topped with fluffy marshmallows or whipped cream, it transforms any gathering into a festive occasion. Easy to prepare and customizable to your tastes, this hot chocolate recipe is destined to become a cherished family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm 2 cups of whole milk until steaming but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- Gradually whisk the cocoa mixture into the hot milk until fully dissolved.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Serve in mugs topped with marshmallows or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg