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Published: January 28, 2015Updated: November 11, 2019All Recipes Drinks Fall Holiday Recipes Quick & Easy Winter

Quick & Easy Hot Chocolate

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All you need is four ingredients and a few minutes to make this rich and creamy hot chocolate! www.girlgonegourmet.com

With just four ingredients you can make a cup of homemade hot chocolate in about 5 minutes!

Ingredients for quick and easy hot chocolate. A bowl of cocoa powder, a bowl of sugar, a measuring cup of milk, and a small bowl of vanilla

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  • How to Make Hot Chocolate
  • FAQ about Homemade Hot Chocolate
  • More Easy Chocolate Recipes
  • Quick & Easy Hot Chocolate

Every year I think once the holidays are over winter should be over, so I always get depressed around mid-January when I realize winter is just getting started. It’s cold and we all need a warm-up, don’t you think?

This easy hot chocolate goes into heavy rotation this time of year. It’s my go-to chocolate treat when it’s cold because it’s easy to make with pantry ingredients and takes all of five minutes to make. No complicated steps and no fancy chocolate required. Just mix, heat, and serve.

It’s simple but effective.

How to Make Hot Chocolate

I bet you already have everything on hand so you can go right to the kitchen a whip up a batch. Here are the ingredients you’ll need:

  • Granulated sugar
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Milk
  • vanilla

Whisk the sugar and cocoa powder together in a small saucepan. Add the milk and whisk over medium-low heat until the sugar and cocoa are dissolved and the hot chocolate is heated through.

FAQ about Homemade Hot Chocolate

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, you can double, triple or quadruple this recipe.

What kind of milk should I use?

I usually use 2% milk because it’s what I have on hand, but I’ve also made it with whole milk which makes it a little richer. For a really decadent treat, try combining a 1/4 cup of cream with 3/4 cup of milk.

Can I make it ahead?

This hot chocolate recipe is for sudden-onset chocolate cravings and I’m not sure how it would be if it’s made ahead of time. Plus, it’s so easy you can make a batch in about five minutes.

That said, if you want a hot chocolate mix you can make ahead to have on hand you might like my Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix, which keeps in an airtight container for up to six months.

Happy hot chocolate-making, friends! Stay warm ❄

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Quick and easy hot chocolate in two white mugs with saucers and cookies on the side

More Easy Chocolate Recipes

Want more cozy chocolate treats? Here are a few easy chocolate dessert recipes perfect for a cold winter’s night…

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  • 5-Minute Molten Chocolate Mug Cake
  • Mocha Pudding Cake for Two
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Quick & Easy Hot Chocolate


★★★★★

5 from 3 reviews

  • Author: April @ Girl Gone Gourmet
  • Prep Time: 1 minute
  • Cook Time: 4 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
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Description

A super easy 4 ingredient hot chocolate. Takes only a few minutes to whip up a batch! This recipe is for one serving, but you can easily double or triple it for more servings.


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Ingredients

  • 1 generous tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 generous tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Heat all the ingredients in a small pan over medium-low heat. Whisk continuously until the sugar and cocoa powder have dissolved into the milk and it’s heated through about 3-4 minutes.

Notes

To make it extra rich and decadent try mixing a 1/4 cup of heavy cream with 3/4 cup of milk.

  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 186
  • Sugar: 25.2g
  • Sodium: 116.9mg
  • Fat: 5.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 27.6g
  • Fiber: 1.6g
  • Protein: 9.1g
  • Cholesterol: 19.7mg

Keywords: easy hot chocolate, homemade hot chocolate

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The nutrition information in this recipe is an estimate only and was calculated using Nutrifox, an online nutrition calculator.


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Comments

  1. Sophia says

    November 13, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    love this
    recipe!!!!!

    Reply
  2. Culinare says

    February 5, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    Pictures look so good only when you look at them you rain in the mouth. we have planty of snow here, and hot chocolate goes just perfectly.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  3. Jess says

    February 3, 2015 at 5:31 pm

    This looks dangerously quick and easy…yum!

    Reply
  4. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    January 31, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    Isn’t home made hot chocolate really good? SO much better than anything you can buy, especially if you use good chocolate or cocoa.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • April says

      February 1, 2015 at 4:11 pm

      Homemade is the best and just as quick as opening one of those scary packets of hot chocolate mix ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    January 31, 2015 at 10:04 am

    Reminds me of hot chocolate my mom used to make for us as kids….mmmmmm

    Reply
  6. Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    I totally agree with you, there is so much build-up for the holidays, and then when they’re over you’re left with the realization that winter has really just started ๐Ÿ™ This hot chocolate looks perfect for the cold weather, bet it would perk me right up!

    Reply
  7. Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:40 pm

    LOVE homemade hot chocolate! This looks so comforting and warming – definitely thinking of whipping up a batch to deal with this chilly weather! ๐Ÿ˜€

    Reply
  8. Kathleen @ yummy crumble says

    January 30, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    This looks perfect! I adore hot chocolate even more than a really good cup of coffee. Pinned!

    Reply
  9. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:47 am

    It’s supposed to be 1 degree (1 degree!) here in Wisconsin (and snowing) on Sunday. . so yes!! I’ll take some quick and easy hot chocolate!!! love this!

    Reply
    • April says

      January 30, 2015 at 5:37 pm

      I grew up in Wyoming and remember what those frigid temperatures feel like – sending warm thoughts your way!!

      Reply
  10. Rosemary @anitalianinmykitchen says

    January 30, 2015 at 5:24 am

    Hi April, looks so good, I love hot chocolate. I think I will make some when my daughters come home. Thanks.

    Reply
  11. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    January 30, 2015 at 3:37 am

    Craving a hot chocolate right now – this looks so wickedly delicious and so simple to make too!

    Reply
  12. Annie @ ciaochowbambina says

    January 29, 2015 at 5:49 pm

    I am so excited! I’m making this tonight while I watch my Thursday night line-up! Thank you!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  13. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    January 29, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    This looks wonderful! I love the photos. Hot chocolate is one of my favorite drinks during winter.

    Reply

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