Description
Indulgent chocolate hot cups that are cozy and perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or milk substitute)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, gently warm the milk over medium heat, stirring to avoid scorching.
- Once the milk is steaming but not boiling, add the chocolate chips and stir until melted and combined.
- Mix in the cocoa powder and sugar until smooth, stirring continuously.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Pour the hot chocolate into cups, top with whipped cream and marshmallows, if desired.
- Sip and enjoy in your favorite cozy spot!
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for a richer taste. Adjust the sugar to match your sweet tooth, and consider making a dairy-free version for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg