Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Combine Base Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar. Stir the mixture until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved.
- 2
Heat the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Continuously stir the mixture as it heats to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Heat until it is steaming, but do not let it boil.
- 3
Add Vanilla
Once the mixture is heated, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Mix well to ensure the vanilla is evenly distributed.
Serving
- 4
Pour into Mugs
Carefully pour the hot chocolate into mugs, leaving some space at the top for toppings.
- 5
Add Toppings
Top each mug of hot chocolate with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a handful of marshmallows.
- 6
Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your delicious homemade hot chocolate!
