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Stovetop 3 Ingredient Hot Chocolate

Stovetop 3 ingredient hot chocolate comes together in a small saucepan, with cocoa and sugar whisked smooth before milk is warmed until steaming. The result is a cozy, creamy drink with small bubbles around the edges—without boiling the milk.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 171
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk

Equipment

  • 1 small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Whisk the cocoa powder and sugar together in a small saucepan, then whisk in about 2 tablespoons of the milk until smooth.
  2. Gradually whisk in the remaining milk and cook over medium heat, stirring often, for 5 to 7 minutes, until steaming with small bubbles around the edges; do not let it boil.
  3. Pour into mugs and serve hot.

Notes

For the smoothest drink, whisk the cocoa and sugar with a little milk before adding the rest, and do not let the mixture boil. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-free version, substitute unsweetened oat milk for the whole milk.