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Perfect Homemade Hot Chocolate From Scratch

Rich, creamy homemade hot chocolate made from scratch with simple pantry ingredients. No artificial flavors or preservatives, just pure chocolate comfort in a mug.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Homemade Hot Chocolate, Hot chocolate, Hot Cocoa, how to make hot chocolate
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 105kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • small marshmallows to garnish (optional)
  • whipped cream to garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the cocoa, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Pour the water slowly into the pan and stir or whisk until well blended.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat and let boil for 3 minutes. Add the milk and continue to cook until the milk steams, stirring constantly.
  • Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with marshmallows or whipped cream if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Calcium: 172mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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