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Easy Creamy Christmas Hot Chocolate

A rich, smooth, and festive homemade hot chocolate perfect for cozy winter nights and Christmas celebrations.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 mugs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Hot Chocolate Base
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Serving mugs

Method
 

  1. Warm milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming.
  2. Whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until smooth.
  3. Add chopped dark chocolate and whisk until fully melted.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Heat gently until thick and creamy, then serve hot with toppings.

Notes

Adjust sweetness to taste and customize with festive toppings.