Easy Hot Cocoa Microwave Recipe

Indulge in a rich and decadent homemade hot cocoa in under 3 minutes! This super-quick recipe uses simple ingredients like baking cocoa and milk for a comforting treat that's perfect for chilly evenings. Made with love (and a microwave!), this recipe is adapted from the Nestle website.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 269 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Hot Cocoa Microwave

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How to Make Easy Hot Cocoa Microwave

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder until well combined.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of milk to the cocoa mixture and stir until a smooth paste forms.
  3. Add the remaining milk (approximately 6-8 ounces, depending on your mug size) to the mug.
  4. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the hot cocoa is steaming and heated through. Stir gently.
  5. Remove from microwave and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

101g

Fat

29g

Carbs

13g