Hot Chocolate Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

Indulge in a rich and creamy hot chocolate, made with velvety chocolate, steamed milk, and topped with fluffy whipped cream.

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Milk
In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
3
Combine Ingredients
Gradually add the dry mixture to the hot milk, whisking continuously until fully dissolved and smooth.
4
Add Vanilla
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5
Serve
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows as desired.