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Homemade Hot Chocolate

Did you know that every February, Calgary celebrates YYC Hot Chocolate Fest? Which means that it’s the perfect week for us to share this Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe. A combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chips makes this hot chocolate extra flavourful and delicious. Even better, it’s ready to enjoy in minutes!

 

Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 6 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

 

Ingredients

  • 4 cups milk (preferably whole or 2%)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar
  • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

 

Method

  1. Place milk, cocoa powder, and sugar in a small saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium / medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until warm (but not boiling).
  3. Add chocolate chips and whisk constantly until the chocolate chips melt and distribute evenly into the milk.
  4. Whisk in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt (if desired).
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

 

From celebratingsweets.com