Hot Chocolate Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt together until well combined.
2
Heat Milk
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling, stirring gently to prevent it from scorching.
3
Mix Cocoa with Milk
Once the milk is warm, add the dry cocoa mixture to the saucepan. Whisk vigorously until the cocoa and sugar are completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
4
Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5
Pour and Serve
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. If desired, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
6
Enjoy
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious homemade hot chocolate!