Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of whole milk or almond milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until everything is well combined and steaming—do not boil.
- Once the mixture is hot, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- For a smoother texture, blend the mixture with the Ninja SLUSHi Pro RapidChill Drink Maker.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings for extra indulgence.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the festive warmth!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for a spicy twist.
- To keep warm during parties, use a Crock-Pot Family-Size Slow Cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (about 8 oz)
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg