How do I prepare hot chocolate?

Warm your soul with our delectable 'hot chocolate' recipe! Cozy up with a mug of rich and velvety chocolate goodness. Never too old for a delightful childhood favorite.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I prepare hot chocolate. Items include: milk cocoa powder sugar vanilla extract salt

milk 2 cups
cocoa powder 2 tablespoons
sugar 2 tablespoons
vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon
salt a pinch

Take note
Handle hot liquids with caution. Avoid overheating the milk, as it can curdle or scorch.

1

Gather your ingredients

First, gather all your ingredients: 2 cups of milk, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and your favorite toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.

2

Mix cocoa and sugar

In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar until they are well combined. This will ensure a smooth texture and even distribution of sweetness in your hot chocolate.

3

Heat the milk

Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat over medium-low heat until it starts to steam. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent scorching.

4

Add cocoa mixture

Slowly whisk in the cocoa and sugar mixture into the heated milk. Continue whisking until the cocoa powder has dissolved completely.

5

Add flavor and seasoning

Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. These ingredients will enhance the flavor and add a nice balance to the sweetness of the hot chocolate.

6

Serve and enjoy

Pour your hot chocolate into mugs and add your favorite toppings. You can get creative and garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings. Take a moment to savor the rich and velvety goodness before taking a sip. Ahhh, pure bliss!