Description
Hot chocolate with milk is a delightful, creamy beverage that warms your soul with every sip. This easy-to-follow recipe combines rich cocoa powder and sweetened milk into a luscious drink perfect for any occasion. Whether you?re enjoying it on a chilly winter evening or as a refreshing summer treat, this hot chocolate offers comforting flavors that will bring joy to your gatherings. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Scoop out about half a cup of warm milk and mix it into the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and stir continuously until well combined.
- Add vanilla extract and simmer for another minute while stirring.
- Serve in mugs topped with whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 24mg