Description
Classic Hot Chocolate is a quick, comforting drink made with real semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and a touch of cinnamon. It’s rich, smooth, and perfect for cozy moments on cold days.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 ounce semi-sweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Ground cinnamon to taste
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, cinnamon stick, extra ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.
- Whisk in the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- Continue whisking until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and heated through.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with your favorite toppings like whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra depth.
- Use half-and-half for a richer version.
- Add orange zest or a drop of orange extract for a festive twist.
- Dark chocolate can be used for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently while whisking to restore smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
