Hot Chocolate Recipe

Inspired by Willa's

Time20m

Serves4

Make Hot Chocolate Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until warm, stirring occasionally.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until well blended.
3
Combine Mixtures
Once the milk and cream mixture is warm, add the dry ingredients mixture to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
4
Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5
Pour into Mugs
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, filling them about 3/4 full.
6
Add Toppings
Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a few marshmallows.
7
Enjoy
Serve hot and enjoy this deliciously comforting hot chocolate!