Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Serves 4

Skip the store-bought packet—this homemade hot chocolate is easy to make from scratch! Using a combination of cocoa powder and chopped dark chocolate gives it a rich, creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor. Enjoy plain or top with marshmallows, whipped cream, and/or chocolate shavings!

Ingredients

3 cups milk
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup cane sugar
3 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (about ½ cup)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Serving Options

Whipped cream or marshmallows
Chocolate shavings

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until smooth and heated through. Be careful not to let the mixture come to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the dark chocolate. Whisk until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth, then add the vanilla and whisk to combine.
Pour into mugs and serve topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

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