Recipe of Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is a popular beverage made by mixing cocoa powder, sugar, and milk (or cream) together and heating it until it becomes a warm and creamy drink. It is often served with whipped cream, marshmallows, and other toppings for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (or milk alternative)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Whipped cream and cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, cream, chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, sugar, and vanilla extract (if using) over medium heat.
- Whisk the mixture constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the sugar is dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the hot chocolate into a mug.
- Garnish with whipped cream and cocoa powder (if using).
- Serve and enjoy!
Note: You can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate for a different flavor. You can also add additional ingredients like cinnamon, nutmeg, or peppermint extract for added flavor.
Hot Chocolate Nutrition information
A 12 fl oz serving of hot chocolate made with whole milk contains:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg
- Sodium: 153 mg
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 34 g
- Protein: 7 g
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