Hot Cocoa for a Group
Warm up a crowd with this rich and indulgent Hot Cocoa for a Group, a surefire crowd-pleaser for chilly days or festive gatherings. This creamy, homemade concoction combines whole milk and heavy cream for a luscious base, enhanced by unsweetened cocoa powder, melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla extract for a deep, decadent flavor. With just 20 minutes of preparation and cooking time, this comforting winter classic serves up to 10, making it perfect for family reunions or holiday parties. Customize with whipped cream or marshmallow toppings, and elevate each mug with optional sprinkles of cinnamon or grated chocolate for a finishing touch. Easy to prepare and endlessly cozy, this hot cocoa recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Whole milk
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- optional Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine milk and heavy cream.
Place the pot over medium heat and warm the milk and cream mixture, stirring occasionally, until steaming (but not boiling).
Whisk in the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and continue stirring until the chocolate is melted and fully incorporated. This will give the hot cocoa a creamy texture.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, adding more sugar in small increments if desired.
Serve the hot cocoa in mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired.
Optional: For an extra indulgent treat, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or grated chocolate on top of the whipped cream or marshmallows.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 328.8 g | 422% | |
| Saturated Fat | 197.4 g | 987% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 724 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 1496 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 560.1 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 102.7 g | 367% | |
| Total Sugars | 386.7 g | ||
| Protein | 128.8 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.5 mcg | 107% | |
| Calcium | 2698 mg | 208% | |
| Iron | 44.2 mg | 246% | |
| Potassium | 6575 mg | 140% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
