Quick Hot Cocoa
Warm up your day with this rich and velvety Quick Hot Cocoa recipe, a comforting treat made with simple pantry staples in under 10 minutes! Featuring unsweetened cocoa powder, a touch of vanilla extract, and a perfectly balanced pinch of salt, this easy homemade hot chocolate is the ultimate cozy beverage. You'll love how the smooth paste forms the base for a creamy cup of cocoa, enhanced by gentle heating for maximum flavor. Perfect for a solo indulgence or as a quick fix for snowy evenings, this recipe is customizable with whipped cream or marshmallow toppings for an extra layer of decadence. Whether you're seeking a caffeine-free pick-me-up or a nostalgic classic, this Quick Hot Cocoa delivers cozy warmth with every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinches pinch of salt
- whipped cream or marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
Add the water and stir until you form a smooth paste.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the cocoa mixture, stirring constantly, for about 1-2 minutes or until it begins to bubble.
Gradually stir in the milk and continue to heat the mixture, stirring often, until it is hot but not boiling. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the hot cocoa into a mug and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 750 mg | 16% | |
*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.
