Classic Hot Chocolate

Name: Classic Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 c. sugar; 4 c. whole milk; 2/3 c. semisweet chocolate chips; Pinch kosher salt; Whipped cream and candy canes, for serving

Just like grandma used to make!

By Christopher MichelPublished: Dec 5, 2024

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hot chocolate in ceramic mugs topped with whipped cream on a red and white dishtowel

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

This classic hot chocolate has both unsweetened cocoa powder and chocolate chips, making it extra chocolatey and rich. Before serving use a milk frother to whip some air into it to make it even creamier. Serve dolloped with whipped cream and a candy candy hooked over the mug or crumbled and sprinkled over the top.

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Ingredients

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup sugar
4 cups whole milk
2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Pinch kosher salt
Whipped cream and candy canes, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, and 1/2 cup milk in a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, whisking, until cocoa powder is dissolved. Whisk in chocolate chips, salt, and remaining 3 1/2 cups milk. Cook, whisking occasionally, until chocolate is melted and milk is warmed through. Use a milk frother directly in the pot to make your hot chocolate creamier and richer, if desired. Serve garnished with whipped cream and candy canes.

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