Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 cups whole milk ((720mL))
• ¼ cup granulated sugar ((50g))
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped bars ((6.3 ounces, 180g))
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, whisk to combine the milk, sugar, and cocoa. Cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is smooth and warm. (Do not bring the mixture to a boil.)

2. 2

   Add the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars and whisk occasionally for about 2 minutes or until all the chocolate pieces have melted and the mixture is smooth.

3. 3

   Stir in the vanilla. Divide evenly in mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows.