Hot Milk Honey Cocoa
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Hot Milk Honey Cocoa, a delightful twist on classic hot chocolate that’s both rich and naturally sweetened. This recipe blends creamy whole milk, velvety cocoa powder, and golden honey for a perfectly balanced sweetness with no refined sugar. A hint of vanilla extract and a touch of salt enhance the deep cocoa flavors, creating a luxurious drink that's ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for chilly evenings, this two-serving treat can be elevated with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an extra touch of decadence. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day or sharing a warm moment with a loved one, this honey-sweetened hot cocoa is the ultimate soul-soothing beverage.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- optional Whipped cream (optional)
- optional Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cocoa powder and a pinch of salt.
Slowly whisk in about 1/4 cup of milk to create a smooth paste, making sure there are no lumps.
Gradually add the remaining milk while whisking to fully incorporate the cocoa paste.
Place the saucepan on medium heat and warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling (approximately 3-5 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey and vanilla extract until combined.
Pour the hot milk honey cocoa into two mugs.
If desired, top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 958 mg | 20% | |
*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.
