Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Recipe

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 1 serving

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoons brown sugar, or to taste
• 2 ounces dark chocolate (70% or more cocoa butter), or to taste
• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, or more to taste
• 1 pinch ground cinnamon, or more to taste

Directions

1. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until just before boiling, 3 to 4 minutes.
2. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved, about 1 minute.
3. Stir dark chocolate into milk until melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in cream and cinnamon into the milk mixture.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cook's Note

For a creamier cocoa, use more heavy cream. You can also add whipped cream at the bottom of the mug and pour the cocoa over it for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 493
• Total Fat: 28g (36% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 17g (83% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 45mg (15% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 120mg (5% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 57g (21% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 18g
• Protein: 11g (22% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 0mg (0% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 317mg (24% Daily Value)
• Iron: 1mg (7% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 538mg (11% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.