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Stovetop Hot Chocolate

Indulge in Creamy Stovetop Hot Chocolate in Just 5 Minutes

Enjoy a creamy and luxurious Stovetop Hot Chocolate that's ready in just 5 minutes, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2%) or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
For the Indulgence
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Equipment

  • medium sauce pot

Method
 

How to Make Stovetop Hot Chocolate
  1. In a medium sauce pot, mix the milk, cocoa powder, and brown sugar together. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Place the pot over medium heat and stir constantly until steaming, about 5 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat slightly and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring until melted, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and sea salt.
  5. Pour into mugs and enjoy immediately. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra twist, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or using seasonal flavors like peppermint.

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