Description
A rich and creamy hot cocoa recipe perfect for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups full-fat milk
- 1 cup rich cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream or mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a saucepan, blend the cocoa powder, sugar, and sea salt together until well mixed.
- Gradually pour in the full-fat milk and rich cream, stirring continuously to ensure there are no lumps.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring gently until it becomes warm and steamy, but avoid letting it reach a boil.
- Once heated, take it off the heat and mix in the pure vanilla extract.
- Serve the luscious hot chocolate in mugs, garnishing with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of mini marshmallows if you like.
Notes
- For a festive touch, incorporate 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract or sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
- For a dairy-free alternative, swap in almond milk or oat milk, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: varies
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: varies
Keywords: Hot Cocoa, Decadent Chocolate Delight