Dark chocolate hot chocolate
Dark chocolate hot chocolate is the perfect treat to satisfy a chocolate craving. Rich and creamy, this easy homemade recipe will warm you up on a chilly day.
Equipment
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the cocoa powder and sugar.
- Pour 2 cups of milk into a saucepan, then add the vanilla, cocoa powder, and sugar mixture.
- Bring the milk mixture to a low boil
- by heating over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously
- Add the chocolate chips to the saucepan, stirring with a spatula until the chocolate melts completely.
- Gradually pour in the remaining milk while continuing to stir. Let the hot chocolate simmer for another couple minutes, then turn off the heat.
- Allow it to cool slightly, give it a final stir, and pour into cups.
- Serve with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate or caramel sauce, and a dash of cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 142mgPotassium: 710mgFiber: 3gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 442mgIron: 1mg
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