Decadent Hot Chocolate Delight

 

Preparation Time: 15 min.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Total Calories: 230 kcal

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of milk (or any plant-based milk)
• 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons of sugar (or maple syrup)
• 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Whipped cream (for topping)
• Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Kitchen Tools Needed:

• Small saucepan
• Whisk
• Measuring cups
• Mug

Instructions:

• In a small saucepan, combine the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar over medium heat.
• Whisk the mixture until the cocoa powder and sugar are completely dissolved.
• Add a pinch of salt and the vanilla extract, stirring well to incorporate.
• Continue to heat the mixture until it reaches your desired temperature, but do not let it boil.
• Once heated, remove from the heat and pour the hot chocolate into a mug.
• Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.

Macros:

• Total Calories: 230kcal
• Carbs: 30g
• Proteins: 8g
• Fats: 8g