Homemade Hot Chocolate

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Warm up your day with this rich, creamy homemade hot chocolate that’s the ultimate comfort in a mug. Made with a blend of milk, cocoa, and semi-sweet chocolate morsels, this cozy drink is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you toasty all season long.

Prep Time3

Cook Time5

Total Time8

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 518kcal

Author: Lynda - Southern Kissed

Ingredients

4 cups milk (whole milk works best but you can use any milk of your choice
½ cup sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels
Pinch of salt
Pinch of cinnamon optional, but adds a cozy warmth
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Homemade whipped cream or marshmallows for topping

Instructions

Whisk the milk and dry ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Whisk everything together over medium heat until the mixture is well combined and starts to steam.
Melt the chocolate morsels: Once the milk mixture is heated, remove it from the heat. Add in the semi-sweet chocolate morsels and stir until they melt completely into the milk. This is the magic moment when your hot chocolate transforms into something incredibly rich and velvety.
Add vanilla extract: Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor with a subtle sweetness.
Serve and enjoy: Pour your homemade hot chocolate into your favorite mugs. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows, and if you like, a sprinkle of cinnamon or shaved chocolate for that extra indulgent touch.

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Notes

Okay, let’s get one thing straight—while this homemade hot chocolate is undeniably delicious, I’m not here to promise that it’s health food in a cup. Sure, it’s rich, creamy, and comforting, but it’s also got some sugar and chocolate involved, so don’t come at me for that extra cup of whipped cream.

The nutrition information is a general guide, but your actual results might vary depending on the type of milk, chocolate, and toppings you use. If you’re trying to avoid sugar, swap it out, or, you know, just take a walk after your indulgence.

Treat yourself—responsibly. Or don’t. Your call.

Because let’s face it—everyone uses different ingredients, measures things differently, and, well, we’re not all using the same size spoons. So take the numbers with a grain of salt (or a dash of extra butter, depending on your tastes). 😉

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