Hot Chocolate Recipe

Inspired by Tops Diner

Time15m

Serves2

Whipped cream & shaved chocolate

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Milk
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
3
Combine Mixture
Once the milk is warmed, add the dry mixture to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
4
Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5
Prepare Whipped Cream
If using store-bought whipped cream, simply have it ready for use. If making homemade, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
6
Shave Chocolate
Use a vegetable peeler or a grater to shave chocolate into fine curls for garnish.

7
Serve the Hot Chocolate
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, top with a generous dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with shaved chocolate before serving.