Can you 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 adding a splash of cream when you heat the hot chocolate. I've also made this hot cocoa with dairy-free milk like almond milk and oat milk.

Can you 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.

Quick & Easy Hot Chocolate

Easy Hot Chocolate

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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.

Author: April Anderson
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Drinks
Method: Stove Top
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 generous tablespoon granulated sugar
1 generous tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup 2% milk (see note)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Marshmallows or whipped cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

Heat all the ingredients in a small pan over medium-low heat while whisking.
Whisk continuously until the sugar and cocoa powder have dissolved into the milk, and the cocoa is heated, about 3-4 minutes.

Notes

Milk: 2% milk or whole milk is great. To make it extra rich and decadent, try adding a splash of cream. You can also use dairy-free milk like almond milk or oat milk.

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

Find it online: https://www.girlgonegourmet.com/quick-easy-hot-chocolate/