Ditch The Mix: Homemade Hot Chocolate In 5 Simple Steps

A cup of hot, creamy, and delicious hot chocolate is just the right thing to lift anyone’s mood on a cold winter day. Whether it is a rainy day or during winter, this cozy drink can be described as pure bliss, especially for those with a sweet tooth. Preparing hot chocolate is as simple as it sounds. You can further enhance it with a pinch of cinnamon, whipped cream, or combine it with marshmallows.

 Collect Your Ingredients

All you need is full-fat milk, chopped chocolate of your choice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, sugar, and cocoa powder.

Prepare the Milk

Start by heating the milk till it comes to a simmering point, but make sure not to boil it heavily or scorch on the bottom. Turn off the burner.

 Melt the Chocolate

Take 2-3 tablespoons of the hot milk and add to a bowl filled with the chopped chocolate and mix well. Once you get a smooth texture, add the mix to the milk in the pan and blend it all with the help of a whisk.

Add Toppings of Your Choice

Add one teaspoon of vanilla essence, cinnamon powder, chocolate chips, and other toppings of your choice. Stir and mix again. Once done, pour the hot chocolate into mugs or cups.

Serve as You Please

While only a cup of hot chocolate can do wonders, you can serve it with whipped cream, cookies, or marshmallows. (ANI)