Homemade Hot Chocolate
A rich and comforting homemade hot chocolate recipe perfect for cozy nights and holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream or marshmallows for topping
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Stir in the cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved.
- Add in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- Serve in mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows.
Notes
Can be customized with toppings like cocoa powder or chocolate shavings. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, beverage, winter drink, cocoa, homemade
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