Description
Creamy Homemade Hot Cocoa is the ultimate cozy drink, enveloping you in warmth and nostalgia. Picture yourself wrapped in a blanket with a steaming mug of rich cocoa, as velvety chocolate flavors dance on your palate. Perfect for chilly evenings, this delightful beverage can easily be customized with your favorite toppings like marshmallows or peppermint sticks. Whether you’re sharing stories with loved ones or enjoying a quiet moment, this hot cocoa recipe is sure to bring comfort and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until steam rises but do not boil.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until completely dissolved.
- Stir in vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Serve in mugs topped with whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (240ml)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg