Description
This rich and creamy Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows is the perfect comforting drink for chilly days. Made with a blend of milk, sweetened condensed milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder, it delivers a velvety smooth texture and deep chocolate flavor. Topped with large marshmallows, this easy-to-make beverage is sure to satisfy any chocolate craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 4 cups milk (whole milk or 2%)
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Toppings
- Marshmallows, large
Instructions
- Mix Cocoa and Condensed Milk: In a small bowl, whisk the sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened cocoa powder together until fully combined and smooth.
- Warm Milk: Pour the milk into a large saucepan and heat over medium heat until it begins to warm.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the cocoa and condensed milk mixture to the warm milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated.
- Heat Hot Chocolate: Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking the hot chocolate until it is steamy and hot, stirring constantly. Be careful not to bring it to a boil to avoid burning the bottom.
- Serve: Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and top each with large marshmallows.
- Store and Reheat: Store any leftover hot chocolate in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Notes
- This Hot Chocolate with Cocoa Powder is incredibly creamy and velvety smooth, making it your go-to winter drink or for any time you crave rich chocolate.
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture, but 2% milk works well too.
- Do not boil the hot chocolate to prevent scorching and bitterness.
- Large marshmallows add a delightful, melty topping.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and condensed milk with suitable plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 481 kcal
- Sugar: 66 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 63 mg
