Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe
Serves 4
Skip the store-bought packet—this homemade hot chocolate is easy to make from scratch! Using a combination of cocoa powder and chopped dark chocolate gives it a rich, creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor. Enjoy plain or top with marshmallows, whipped cream, and/or chocolate shavings!
Ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup cane sugar
- 3 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Serving Options
- Whipped cream or marshmallows
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until smooth and heated through. Be careful not to let the mixture come to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the dark chocolate. Whisk until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth, then add the vanilla and whisk to combine.
- Pour into mugs and serve topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.