Old-Fashioned Hot Cocoa
- SERVES
- 12
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
Grab your favorite mug and blanket, 'cause our Old-Fashioned Hot Cocoa is gonna make you feel so cozy, you'll just wanna curl up in front of the TV, or with a good book! Don't the mini marshmallows look like little pillows?
What You'll Need
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cup warm water
- 8 cup whole milk
- 48 mini marshmallows
What to Do
- In a large saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Gradually stir in the water and simmer over low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Gradually add the milk and heat, but do not allow mixture to boil.
- Remove from heat and serve in mugs, topped with mini marshmallows.
Note
You may substitute whole milk with skim milk if you want to cut down on the fat in this drink. Use 3 cups of water and 4 cups skim milk. To make this cocoa drink even creamier, you can use 8 cups of half-and-half!