Description
Warm up with this rich and creamy hot cocoa, a nostalgic treat that transports you back to cozy winter evenings. Made with simple ingredients, this delightful beverage is perfect for sharing with loved ones during the chilly months. Top it off with whipped cream and marshmallows for an extra touch of sweetness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Mini marshmallows (for topping)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until steaming but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and mini marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg