How to Make Creamy Homemade Hot Cocoa - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a steaming cup of creamy homemade hot cocoa on a cold winter's day. Rich, indulgent, and comforting, this classic beverage is the perfect treat for cozying up by the fireplace or for a movie night at home. Forget about the store-bought powdered mixes - with just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can whip up a decadent, velvety, and irresistibly delicious hot chocolate that will delight your taste buds and warm your soul.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup white sugar, or to taste
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ⅓ cup boiling water
  • 3 ½ cups milk
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup half-and-half cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a saucepan. Add boiling water and whisk until smooth. Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in milk and heat until very hot without boiling.
  • Remove from heat; add vanilla.
  • Add cream to each mug to help cool cocoa to drinking temperature then divide hot cocoa between 4 mugs.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    310 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 102mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 48g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 292mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 471mg