Easy Hot Chocolate

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  • Cook Time

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  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    1 cup (multiply as needed)

  • Calories

    360 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Hot Chocolate

Just two ingredients -milk and chocolate (no cocoa powder)- make one perfect mug with this Easy Hot Chocolate recipe!

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Ingredients

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For the Hot Chocolate:

  • 1 cup milk any kind you like*
  • 3 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate**

Ideas to Customize:

  • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract  or 1-2 drops pure peppermint extract
  • 1 hot whiskey, dark rum, or peppermint schnapps
  • Pinch kosher salt highly recommended for all flavor combinations
  • Pinch  espresso powder will enhance the chocolate flavor
  • For topping: Whipped cream, marshmallows, caramel, or hot fudge
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Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium high heat until steaming and small bubbles form around the edge (do not let the milk boil!).
  2. Add the chocolate chips, stirring occasionally with a whisk until smooth and melted. Then add any desired mix-ins or additional flavors.
  3. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • I usually use skim milk, but 2% or whole will give the hot chocolate more body and richness. Dairy-free options such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk can be used well.
  • I like to use a 65% or greater dark chocolate.
  • *MILK OPTIONS: I usually use skim milk, but 2% or whole will give the hot chocolate more body and richness. Dairy-free options such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk can be used well.
  • **CHOOSING CHOCOLATE: For the best-tasting homemade hot cocoa using chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, I like to use a 65% or greater dark chocolate.
  • TO STORE: Let cool to room temperature then store in a covered container for up to 1 day in the fridge.
  • TO REHEAT: Warm in a microwave-safe mug in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stovetop until steaming.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1cup (without additional mix-ins or toppings) Calories 360kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Potassium 609mg (17%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 29g (58%) Vitamin A 485IU (10%) Calcium 323mg (32%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup (multiply as needed)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup (without additional mix-ins or toppings)
Calories 360kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Potassium 609mg 13%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 29g 58%
Vitamin A 485IU 10%
Calcium 323mg 32%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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