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Homemade Hot Chocolate

Homemade Hot Chocolate | Rich & Creamy Hot Cocoa Recipe

This Homemade Hot Chocolate is rich, creamy, and made with real cocoa powder, chocolate, milk, and vanilla for the ultimate comforting drink. It's easy to prepare in just 10 minutes and tastes even better than your favorite coffee shop version.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Chocolate shavings or mini marshmallows for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Medium Saucepan Heat ingredients
  • 1 Whisk Mix smoothly
  • 1 Measuring Cups Measure liquids
  • 1 Measuring Spoons Measure cocoa
  • 4 Mugs Serve hot

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth.Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until hot but not boiling.Add the chocolate chips and stir until completely melted.Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.Let the hot chocolate rest for 2 minutes.Pour into mugs.Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings and serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not let the milk boil.
  • Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • Add peppermint extract for a festive twist.
  • Dairy-free milk works well for a vegan version.
  • Serve immediately while hot.
    For extra-rich hot chocolate, use whole milk and real chocolate instead of cocoa powder alone.