Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsShari's Cafe and PiesHot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

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

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Ingredients

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Hot Chocolate Ingredients

Method

Hot Chocolate Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk

    In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it's warm, but not boiling.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine and Whisk

    Once the milk is warm, add the cocoa mixture to the saucepan and whisk until fully combined and smooth.

  4. 4

    Add Vanilla

    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 as desired.

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