Great Hot Chocolate

Cozy up with a mug of this decadent, creamy Great Hot Chocolate—your ultimate homemade indulgence for chilly days. Made with a luxurious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this recipe delivers a rich, velvety texture that outshines any store-bought mix. The addition of unsweetened cocoa powder enhances the deep chocolate flavor, while a touch of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt create a perfectly balanced sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this irresistible hot chocolate is customizable with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra layer of indulgence. Perfect for warming up on a winter evening or as a comforting treat year-round, this recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt
• 0 whipped cream (optional, for serving)
• 0 marshmallows (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until warm, but do not let it reach a boil.

Step 2

Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 3

Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the mixture and continue to whisk gently until the chocolate chips have melted completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract.

Step 5

Taste and adjust sweetness, if desired, by adding a little more sugar.

Step 6

Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	697.8 grams (697.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1007

Total Fat 62.20g	80%
Saturated Fat 37.40g	187%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 195mg	65%
Sodium 391mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 86.10g	31%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 73.00g
Protein 19.40g	39%

Vitamin D 215IU	1074%
Calcium 623mg	48%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 910mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 35.1%