Ingredients:
- Milk: 1 cup (240 ml) of your choice (whole, skim, almond, soy, etc.)
- Cocoa Powder: 2 tablespoons (10 grams) unsweetened
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons (25 grams)
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
- Salt: a pinch (optional)
- Whipped Cream: for topping (optional)
- Chocolate Shavings or Marshmallows: for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat the Milk: In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam. Do not let it boil.
- Mix Cocoa Powder and Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the cocoa powder and sugar together to ensure there are no lumps.
- Combine: Add the cocoa powder and sugar mixture to the hot milk, stirring constantly until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Add Vanilla and Salt: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, if using. Continue to heat for another minute or until the mixture is hot.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into a mug.
- Add Toppings: Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or marshmallows if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 8 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugars: 24 g
- Calcium: 30% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Iron: 6% of the DV
Notes:
- For a Richer Hot Chocolate: Use 1/2 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
- For Lower Calories: Use skim milk or a non-dairy alternative such as almond milk.
- Sweetness Adjustment: Adjust the amount of sugar to taste. You can also use a sugar substitute if desired.
- Extra Chocolatey: Add a small piece of dark chocolate to the mixture and stir until melted for an extra chocolatey flavor.
