Best Hot Chocolate
Warm your heart and soul with this rich, velvety hot chocolate that takes you back to cozy childhood moments. Made with whole milk, high-quality cocoa, and a touch of vanilla, each sip is pure comfort. Topped with luscious whipped cream, this recipe is perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings. Elevate your experience by personalizing it with delightful toppings and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for whipped topping)
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, mix cocoa powder and sugar, then add 1/2 cup of warm milk to create a smooth paste.
- Pour the cocoa mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining warm milk and whisk until fully combined and heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract; adjust sweetness if desired.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, adding sugar or vanilla for flavor if preferred.
- Serve hot chocolate in mugs topped with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg