How to Make the Best Hot Cocoa

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Is there anything better than a cup of hot cocoa? Rich, creamy, and smooth, the best hot cocoas are somewhere between a drink and a dessert. If you’re looking to indulge yourself, check out this recipe for the best hot cocoa ever.

Ingredients (to serve 2):

  • 1/2 cup of cream
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 2 tbsp of cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup of dark chocolate
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Instructions:

Step One: In a microwave, melt the dark chocolate (take care that it doesn’t burn).

Step Two: Gently heat the milk in a pan. After a few minutes, add the cocoa powder and sugar. Stir through well.

Step Three: Add the melted dark chocolate to the pan, and stir through well. Remove from the heat and add the cream, serve immediately.

You can adapt this recipe by adding in a cinnamon stick, a drop of maple syrup, or milk chocolate rather than dark.