Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsLittle Cottage CaféHot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Hot Chocolate Ingredients

Method

Preparation Directions

  1. 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. 2

    Mix Cocoa and Sugar

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

  3. 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. 4

    Add Vanilla

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

  5. 5

    Serve

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

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