Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe
Indulge in our rich and creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate, crafted with velvety cocoa and real milk for a luxurious experience. Topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, each sip is a warm embrace that transports you to a cozy winter wonderland. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day or treating yourself to a moment of pure bliss.
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Ingredients
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Hot Chocolate Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm, but do not let it boil.
- 2
Whisk in Cocoa and Sugar
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract to the warm milk mixture. Whisk continuously until the cocoa and sugar are completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 3
Serve
Once the hot chocolate is heated to your desired temperature, pour it into mugs. Top with marshmallows or whipped cream as desired.
