How To Make Homemade Hot Chocolate | Food Channel L Recipes

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water reduces cost.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened cocoa mix

Carob powder is caffeine-free, while cocoa mix is often cheaper.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: marshmallows

Coconut whipped cream is dairy-free, while marshmallows are a budget-friendly topping.

Heat milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming, but not boiling.

Whisk in cocoa powder and brown sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.

Add dark chocolate and vanilla extract, stirring to combine until melted and smooth.

Continue to heat until hot, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and pour into mugs.

Top with sweetened whipped cream as desired.

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