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Hot Chocolate Recipe

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@littlecottagecaf

May 12 2025

15m

Serves 2

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Recipe information

Make Hot Chocolate in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Hot Chocolate Ingredients

Preparation

Preparation Directions

1. Heat the Milk and Cream

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat until warm, but do not let it boil.

2. Mix Cocoa and Sugar

In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.

3. Combine Mixtures

Gradually add the cocoa mixture to the warm milk, whisking continuously until everything is well dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

4. Add Vanilla

Once the mixture is heated through, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Serve

Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired. Serve immediately.

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