Hot Chocolate for One

Warm up your soul with this decadent and easy-to-make Hot Chocolate for One recipe, perfect for a cozy solo treat. Made with just six simple ingredients, including rich unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy milk, and a hint of real vanilla, this homemade hot chocolate delivers unparalleled flavor in just 10 minutes. The key to its velvety texture is creating a smooth cocoa paste before whisking in the milk, ensuring every sip is irresistibly creamy. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream and optional chocolate shavings for a touch of indulgence. Whether you're curling up with a book or unwinding after a chilly day, this single-serve hot chocolate guarantees comfort in every mug.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 cup milk
0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons whipped cream
1 teaspoon chocolate shavings (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar.

Step 2

Add water to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth paste (about 1-2 minutes).

Step 3

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to ensure the cocoa mixture blends evenly.

Step 4

Continue to heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with whipped cream.

Step 7

Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings for extra indulgence. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	305 grams (305.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	237

Total Fat 10.10g	13%
Saturated Fat 6.10g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 99mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 30.10g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 9.60g	19%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 484mg	10%

*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: 36.4%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 48.2%