Now is the perfect time to make hot chocolate with cocoa powder at home. And here’s the secret to making it as creamy and rich as possible: milk.
That’s because milkfat and milk minerals enhance the cocoa flavor. Whether you make it with chocolate chips (like in the recipe below) or with a cocoa powder mix, milk provides the ultimate smooth flavor. For a simple hot chocolate recipe, using cocoa powder is the easiest way to create delicious homemade hot chocolate that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Hot chocolate with cocoa powder is our best friend this winter. This easy recipe for homemade hot cocoa ensures you can enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness anytime. Thanks to this recipe from Rebecca Andexler, you can make the best homemade hot chocolate recipe for the colder months.
5min
Prep time
10min
Cook time
4
Servings
How to Make Hot Chocolate With Cocoa Powder
Now is the perfect time to make hot chocolate with cocoa powder at home. And here’s the secret to making it as creamy and rich as possible: milk.
That’s because milkfat and milk minerals enhance the cocoa flavor. Whether you make it with chocolate chips (like in the recipe below) or with a cocoa powder mix, milk provides the ultimate smooth flavor. For a simple hot chocolate recipe, using cocoa powder is the easiest way to create delicious homemade hot chocolate that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Hot chocolate with cocoa powder is our best friend this winter. This easy recipe for homemade hot cocoa ensures you can enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness anytime. Thanks to this recipe from Rebecca Andexler, you can make the best homemade hot chocolate recipe for the colder months.
Now is the perfect time to make hot chocolate with cocoa powder at home. And here’s the secret to making it as creamy and rich as possible: milk.
That’s because milkfat and milk minerals enhance the cocoa flavor. Whether you make it with chocolate chips (like in the recipe below) or with a cocoa powder mix, milk provides the ultimate smooth flavor. For a simple hot chocolate recipe, using cocoa powder is the easiest way to create delicious homemade hot chocolate that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Hot chocolate with cocoa powder is our best friend this winter. This easy recipe for homemade hot cocoa ensures you can enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness anytime. Thanks to this recipe from Rebecca Andexler, you can make the best homemade hot chocolate recipe for the colder months.
Combine sugar and cocoa powder in a medium, heavy-bottom pot and whisk until evenly combined. Whisk in milk and bring to a simmer on stovetop over low heat.
Stir in chocolate chips, vanilla extract and salt then stir constantly until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
Pour hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate chips or chocolate shavings as desired.
Notes:
* If a sweeter, creamier hot chocolate is desired, swap in milk chocolate chips for semi-sweet.
** For peppermint hot chocolate, reduce vanilla extract to 1 teaspoon and add an additional 1 teaspoon peppermint extract.
