Homemade Hot Chocolate
A deliciously creamy and silky-smooth hot chocolate that is made with real chocolate, and is easily put together in the microwave. An indulgent and comforting hot drink to enjoy!
Servings: 3 drinks
Calories: 428kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups (720ml) whole milk
- 6 oz (172g) chocolate* coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 - 2 tablespoons caster/granulated sugar optional
Instructions
- Add the milk to a large microwave-safe bowl or jug, and heat in 1 minute intervals until very hot to the touch (but not bubbling). Set aside.
- Add the chocolate to a separate microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate to the hot milk, and whisk until combined. Whisk in the vanilla and sugar.
- Pour into your favourite mugs, and top with whipped cream and/or marshmallows!
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Notes
*Depending on the type of chocolate you use, you may want to omit the sugar. If using milk or semi-sweet, the hot chocolate may already be sweet enough. If using dark or bittersweet chocolate, you may want to add the sugar.
Hot chocolate can be reheated in the microwave until hot but not boiling.
For leftover hot chocolate, allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutritional information doesn't include optional sugar.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 144mg | Sugar: 42g