Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is the ultimate comfort drink, perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. This rich and indulgent recipe combines creamy whole milk with high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips to create a velvety beverage that warms you from the inside out. Top it off with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra treat. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with friends, this hot chocolate will make every moment feel special.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Heat whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until steaming but not boiling.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add dark chocolate chips, whisking until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg