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hot chocolate topped with marshmallows and chocolate syrup
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Hot Chocolate Recipe

This homemade Hot Chocolate recipe is decadent, creamy, and so delicious!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hot chocolate
Servings: 5
Author: Joy Shull

Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Add the milk, heavy cream, and cocoa powder to a medium sauce pan.
  • Heat the pan over medium low heat, whisking until warm. Be careful not to boil the milk.
  • Add the chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue to whisk until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the hot cocoa is thick and creamy.
  • Serve hot with mini marshmallows or whipped cream for topping.

Nutrition

Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 414mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 937IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 0.5mg