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A steaming mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows on a cold day

Proven way to grow perfect Hot Chocolate in 3 steps

A comforting and classic hot chocolate recipe, perfect for a cozy treat on a cold day.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 2 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2-4 tbsp Granulated sugar to taste
  • Pinch Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mugs

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt with a small amount of the milk until a smooth paste forms.
  2. Gradually add the remaining milk to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is hot and steamy but not boiling.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and serve the hot chocolate immediately in mugs.

Notes

The recipe title is a bit unusual as hot chocolate is a beverage and not something that can be "grown." This recipe provides instructions for making a delicious hot chocolate from scratch.