Ultimate Rich & Creamy Homemade Hot Cocoa (Stovetop)
Make a rich and creamy hot chocolate from scratch on your stovetop. This recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a decadent warm chocolate drink that tastes much better than instant packets.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
- Combine the milk, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Whisk the mixture constantly over medium heat until the sugars dissolve and the mixture is hot, but do not let it boil.
- If using, stir in the chocolate chips until they melt completely and the cocoa is smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the rich and creamy hot chocolate into mugs. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For an extra decadent warm chocolate drink, use high-quality cocoa powder.
- You can substitute any milk for whole milk, but whole milk yields the creamiest result.
- Top with homemade marshmallows or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a gourmet hot cocoa experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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