Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional 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 to prevent scorching.
- 2
Mix Cocoa and Sugar
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well.
Serving Suggestions
- 5
Prepare Toppings
If desired, prepare your toppings by whipping the cream until soft peaks form, and set aside. You can also prepare chocolate shavings and have marshmallows and cinnamon ready.
- 6
Serve
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, marshmallows, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.
