Hot Chocolate

Name: Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk; 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao), finely chopped, finely chopped; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; pinch pinch of salt; as needed whipped cream (for topping)

A rich and indulgent stovetop hot chocolate made with real cocoa powder and dark chocolate, sweetened to perfection and finished with a touch of vanilla.

12 minEasyServes 2395 cal/serving

AmericanNon-Alcoholic DrinkStovetopVegetarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeNut-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

2 cups whole milk
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao), finely chopped, finely chopped
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
pinch pinch of salt
as needed whipped cream (for topping)

Instructions

1

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and pinch pinch of salt with a splash of whole milk to form a smooth paste.
2

Gradually pour in the remaining 2 cups whole milk, whisking constantly. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the milk is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
3

Add 2 oz finely chopped dark chocolate (70% cacao), finely chopped and whisk until fully melted and incorporated.
4

Stir in 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and remove from heat.
5

Pour into mugs and top with as needed whipped cream (for topping). Serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Hot Chocolate dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 cups whole milk, as needed whipped cream (for topping). Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk; the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I halve or double Hot Chocolate?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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