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Easy Stovetop Hot Chocolate

A rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate made on the stovetop using cocoa powder and real chocolate.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming.
  2. Whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until smooth.
  3. Add chocolate chips and whisk until melted and creamy.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Serve warm with desired toppings.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and milk type to taste.