Perfectly Chocolate Hot Cocoa

Hot cocoa requires no introduction. This is a recipe that I have used for many years now. It originates from a famous chocolate making factory near where I live. Its simple and delicious!

Prep Time

25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
• Pinch of salt
• 4 cups (1 quart) milk
• 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup hot water

Equipment Needed

• Stove-top
• Saucepan
• Measuring cups
• Wooden spoon
• Whisk

Directions

Mix sugar, cocoa and salt in a medium saucepan; stir in water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil and stir 2 minutes...

Then add milk; stir and heat until hot. **DO NOT BOIL** Remove from heat; add vanilla. Beat with whisk until foamy.

Variations

Add one of the following with vanilla extract:

• Cinnamon Cocoa: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
• Mint Cocoa: 1/2 teaspoon of mint extract or 3 tablespoons of crushed hard peppermint candy.
• Mocha Cocoa: 1 to 2 tablespoons of powdered instant coffee.

Serving Information

Servings Per Container 6 servings

Serving size 6 fl.oz (192g)

Calories: 140 per serving

840 per batch

% Daily Value

Total Sugars 20g

Includes 12g Added Sugar 24%

Total Carbohydrates 22g (8%)

Total Fat 3.5g (4%)

Saturated Fat 2g 10%

Cholesterol 15mg (5%)

Protein 6g

Calcium 196mg (15%)

Vitamin D 2 (10%)

Sodium 100mg (4%)

Potassium 229mg

Iron 1mg (6%)