Description
Indulge in a cozy and comforting treat with this Stovetop Hot Chocolate recipe. Rich and creamy with just the right amount of sweetness, this homemade hot cocoa is sure to warm you up on chilly days.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until the cocoa is fully dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and continue whisking until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra richness, substitute half-and-half for 1 cup of the milk.
- You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of peppermint extract for a seasonal twist.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated on the stove.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
