Description
Rich, creamy, and comforting homemade hot chocolate made with real cocoa powder and milk. Perfect for chilly days or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup hot water
- 4 cups milk (any variety, dairy or non-dairy)
- 3/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Stir in the hot water and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, continuing to whisk.
- Add milk and heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling, whisking occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like whipped cream or marshmallows.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier texture or substitute with plant-based milk for dairy-free option.
- Adjust sugar and cocoa to taste for desired sweetness and richness.
- Top with chocolate shavings, cinnamon, or peppermint for variation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
