Hot Chocolate Recipe

This hot chocolate recipe makes a rich, creamy, and comforting drink you can easily prepare at home. Made with cocoa powder and milk, it delivers deep chocolate flavor without being overly sweet. This is one of the best hot chocolate recipes for cozy evenings, quick cravings, or serving guests, and it can be adjusted to make thick, healthy, or extra creamy hot chocolate as you like. Explore similar recipes like Hot Chocolate Recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

¾ cup white sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
⅓ cup boiling water
3½ cups milk
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup half-and-half cream

Directions

Add sugar, cocoa powder, and salt to a saucepan and whisk together to remove any lumps.
Pour in boiling water and whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Slowly stir in the milk and heat until very hot, but do not allow it to boil.
Remove from heat and add vanilla extract, stirring well to combine.
Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and add half-and-half to each cup for extra creaminess and a drinkable temperature.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4