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Stovetop Hot Chocolate

Creamy Stovetop Hot Chocolate in Just 5 Minutes

This creamy stovetop hot chocolate is made in just 5 minutes, providing a rich and customizable experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or 2% for creaminess; substitute with oat milk for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Can be swapped with melted chocolate.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Use granulated sugar if preferred.
For Extra Creaminess
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Semi-Sweet Chocolate or Chocolate Chips Use milk chocolate for a sweeter twist.
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for simplicity.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until steaming and tiny bubbles form.
  3. Reduce heat to low and add 0.5 cups of chopped chocolate or chocolate chips, stirring until melted and glossy.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla and a pinch of sea salt. Adjust sweetness if needed.
  5. Pour into mugs and optionally top with whipped cream or marshmallows. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This stovetop hot chocolate is customizable and perfect for cozy nights. Enjoy with cookies or pastries!

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