Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe

Name: Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/4 cup granulated sugar, (or add to desired sweetness); 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 4 cups whole milk*; 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate, (chips, chunks or shavings); ½ tsp vanilla extract

Prep Time

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

15m

This homemade hot chocolate recipe is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly day. With a rich, creamy flavor and just the right amount of sweetness, this decadent drink is made with simple ingredients like cocoa powder, milk, and a hint of vanilla. Enjoy a cozy mug by the fire!

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Ingredients

Servings: 4

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1/4 cup granulated sugar, (or add to desired sweetness)

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

4 cups whole milk*

1/2 cup semisweet chocolate, (chips, chunks or shavings)

½ tsp vanilla extract

Steps

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder. Add milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla and whisk together.

Place over medium heat and bring it to a light boil while stirring constantly. Be sure the chocolate is fully melted and incorporated.

Set aside to cool to your desired temperature and serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

492kcal

24%
Fat

26g

1%
Saturated Fat

15g

0%
Carbohydrates

54g

2%
Fiber

4g

0%
Sugar

45g

2%
Protein

19g

0%
Cholesterol

37mg

1%
Sodium

82mg

4%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

Nutrition Facts