Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Hot Chocolate
- 1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
Serving Suggestions
- 5
Prepare Toppings
In a separate bowl, prepare your desired toppings: whip the cream if not already prepared, and get the chocolate shavings and mini marshmallows ready.
- 6
Serve Hot Chocolate
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, topping each with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a handful of mini marshmallows.
- 7
Enjoy!
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious homemade hot chocolate!