Hot Cocoa
This creamy homemade Hot Cocoa recipe is the ultimate cold weather treat, made with milk, cocoa powder, and just the right amount of sweetness. Skip the mix, this from-scratch hot chocolate is quick to make and incredibly comforting.
Servings: 4
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: 3
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup boiling water
- dash of salt
- 4 cups whole milk , divided
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the cocoa and sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add a dash of salt and the boiling water.1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, dash of salt, 1/3 cup boiling water
- Bring to a slow boil, stirring continuously. Once boiling, turn down to a simmer and stir continually for 2 minutes.
- Stir in 3 1/2 cups milk and heat until very hot, but not boiling. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs.4 cups whole milk, 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Serve: Add another splash of milk to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature, if desired. Top with whipped cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Rewarm on the stove over low heat, stirring frequently.
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Notes
Slow Cooker: Add cocoa and sugar to a slow cooker. Add a dash of salt and the boiling water. Cook over low heat for 2-3 hours. Stir in milk and cook for 30 more minutes, or until cocoa is hot. Ladle into mug, and top with half and half, as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 471mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 453IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 305mg | Iron: 1mg
