Description
Creamy homemade hot cocoa is the ultimate winter indulgence, offering a rich and velvety drink that warms both your heart and hands. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful beverage that rivals any café version. Imagine cozying up with this luxurious treat, topped with fluffy whipped cream, as you watch snowflakes dance outside your window. Say goodbye to pre-packaged mixes and hello to a comforting experience that brings back sweet memories of chilly evenings by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder and sugar, then whisk into the warm milk until fully dissolved.
- Stir in vanilla extract and chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- Pour into your favorite mug and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
- Enjoy while cozying up with a good book or movie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg