Description
Experience the warm embrace of Easy Stovetop Hot Chocolate, a delightful blend of rich cocoa and creamy milk that captures the essence of fall. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, this luxurious treat can be customized with your favorite toppings. With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, you’ll have a steaming mug ready to enjoy in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream or marshmallows
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Stir in sugar and salt, continuing to whisk until fully dissolved.
- Heat the mixture until steaming (about 5 minutes), but do not let it boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs, add optional toppings, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg