DIY Instant Cocoa: How to Make the Best Hot Chocolate (Plus, It's Mind-Blowingly Easy)

heavy cream

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Combine 12 oz bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl.

Microwave this mixture for about 2 minutes, taking it out to stir two or three times until smooth.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for about 2 hours until firm.

Spoon or scoop 3 tablespoons of the chilled chocolate mixture into 2-inch balls.

Wrap each ball in plastic wrap and put them in a zipper lock bag.

Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

To make a cup of hot chocolate, unwrap one ball and put it in one cup of milk.

Microwave the milk, stirring occasionally until the mixture is smooth, which should take around 2 minutes.

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