Creamy Homemade Hot Cocoa
A rich and velvety hot cocoa that warms your soul with simple ingredients and quick preparation.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups milk Use whole milk for the richest flavor.
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cocoa powder Can substitute with melted dark chocolate.
- ½ cup sugar Adjust based on personal sweetness preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Experiment with flavored extracts like peppermint or almond.
- Pinch salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the milk and heavy cream while whisking until well mixed.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until warm, stirring regularly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, pour into freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.
