Hot Chocolate

A rich and creamy hot chocolate perfect for warming up on a cold day.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Beverage, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chocolate Mixture

2 cups milk whole or any preferred milk
2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
2 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
1/4 cup heavy cream for extra creaminess
pinch salt to enhance flavor

Toppings

Method

Prepare the Chocolate Base

In a saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
Add 1/2 cup of milk and whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the remaining milk while continuing to whisk.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream.

Serve

Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and marshmallows if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of cocoa powder.

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