Real Hot Cocoa Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare cocoa paste
In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of the milk to form a smooth paste.
2
Warm milk
In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining milk over medium-low until just steaming; do not boil.
3
Combine
Whisk the prepared cocoa paste into the warm milk along with the salt; continue to whisk until fully blended and smooth.
4
Melt chocolate
Add the semisweet chocolate chips and continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and the mixture is smooth.
5
Finish
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
6
Serve
Pour into mugs and serve hot. Optional: top with whipped cream or a light dusting of extra cocoa powder.