Easy 4 Ingredient Hot Cocoa Mix
This simple homemade hot cocoa is rich, creamy, and perfect for cozy nights. It uses just four pantry staples and comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt ( optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder and ⅓ cup granulated sugar until well combined (no lumps).
- Gradually whisk in about 1 cup of the 4 cups of milk to create a smooth paste—this helps avoid clumps.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of milk and stir.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Whisk occasionally and heat until the mixture is hot and steaming (about 5 minutes)—do not let it boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- (optional) add a pinch or 2 of sea salt
Notes
Pour into mugs and enjoy!
Top with marshmallows, whipped cream, crumbled up candy cane or a dash of cinnamon if desired.
It takes just 7 minutes total and serves 4 cozy cups. Perfect for winter!
