A rich and creamy hot chocolate that turns a cold winter moment into pure comfort.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 15 min
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Mini marshmallows
Instructions
Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat gently over medium-low heat, warming it without letting it boil.
Whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar, stirring continuously until fully dissolved and the milk becomes smooth and chocolatey.
Add the chopped dark chocolate and continue stirring until it melts completely and the mixture turns rich and glossy.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, allowing the flavors to settle together.
Pour into mugs and top generously with marshmallows just before serving.
Nutrition Facts (approx)
Calories: 320
Protein: 10g
Carbs: 34g
Fat: 16g
Quick Facts
• stovetop drink
• cold weather comfort
• family approved
• budget friendly
• freezer friendly (base only)
Tips
Heat the milk slowly to avoid scorching and keep the texture silky and smooth.
Whisk continuously when adding cocoa powder to prevent lumps from forming.
Use chopped chocolate instead of chips for a cleaner melt and deeper flavor.
Variations
For an extra indulgent version, replace part of the milk with heavy cream to create a thicker, dessert-like hot chocolate.
To add warmth and depth, stir in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg while heating the milk. These cozy spice notes also show up in our pumpkin spice cake with caramel drizzle which pairs beautifully with a warm mug.
For a mocha-style twist, dissolve a small amount of instant coffee into the milk before adding the cocoa. And if you love rich, chocolatey treats, don’t miss our one-bowl chocolate cake recipe for a quick dessert to enjoy with your hot chocolate.