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two cups of hot chocolate with cocoa powder on the ground

Sweet and Simple Creamy Hot Chocolate

Tastes of Thyme
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 251 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp chocolate chips optional
  • marshmallows optional

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and cocoa powder over medium heat. Once the milk mixture starts to get hot, add in the sugar, and vanilla. Add in the chocolate chips and whisk until they're all melted. Pour into two mugs and top with your favourite marshmallows.

Notes

Use diary free milk for a vegan version.
Use maple syrup for a refined sugar free version.
If you prefer a milk chocolate version, only add in 2-3 tsp of cocoa powder!

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal
Keyword homemade hot chocolate, hot chocolate, vegan hot chocolate
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