Hot Chocolate For One Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, homemade hot chocolate recipe – perfectly balanced, richer in chocolate than most, and subtly less sweet. Unlike anything you'll find on food.com, this recipe is easily customizable! Add a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dash of mint or orange extract, or a half teaspoon of instant coffee to elevate your hot chocolate to gourmet status. It also doubles as delicious chocolate milk – simply let the syrup cool and add it to cold milk. Perfect for a cozy night in, and easily scaled up for multiple servings.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 218.8 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Chocolate For One

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How to Make Hot Chocolate For One

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch until no lumps remain.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and fully incorporated.
  5. Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy! Add your favorite toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

29g

Carbs

9g