PrintCreamy Homemade Hot Cocoa
Make a rich, comforting cup of hot chocolate from scratch that tastes better than any mix. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a smooth, deeply chocolatey winter warmer.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Total Time: 13 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
- Pour in the hot water and whisk constantly over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 1 minute. This dissolves the cocoa solids.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream.
- Heat the mixture, stirring often, until it is hot and steaming. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot cocoa into mugs. Top with marshmallows or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For an extra rich flavor, replace 1/2 cup of the milk with 2 ounces of finely chopped dark chocolate (70% cacao). Add the chopped chocolate when you add the milk and stir until fully melted.
- If you are planning your weekly meals, this recipe is quick enough for a busy night.
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with an equal amount of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 65