Homemade Hot Chocolate Drink

This rich and decadent Homemade Hot Chocolate Drink is filled with flavor. It includes marshmallows, chocolate chips, milk, and whipped cream. Ready in less than 10 minutes.

This is the perfect comforting, homey drink to get you through the winter. It is easy to make and can be prepared in less than 10 minutes. This homemade hot chocolate tastes just as good as the hot chocolate from your favorite coffee shop - I promise!

I am not a big fan of instant hot chocolate because the chocolate flavor is not that intense. So, to add more flavor, I used cocoa powder and chocolate chips in this recipe. I also added marshmallows, whipped cream, and a chocolate flake.

For a boozy twist, try this Easy Baileys Hot Chocolate and Baileys Infused Cupcakes with Baileys Frosting. You can also try this Turmeric Ginger and Cinnamon Tea.

Why This Recipe Works

• This chocolate drink recipe is easy to follow, comforting and delicious.
• It can be made with four easy-to-find ingredients.
• Double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.
• Add your favorite toppings like sprinkles or Quick White Chocolate Sauce (2-Ingredient).

Ingredients

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

• Milk: I use full-fat milk for this recipe, but you can also use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk. The type of milk you use will affect the taste of the drink.
• Cocoa powder: Use good-quality Dutch unprocessed cocoa powder for the best flavor.
• Sugar: Sweetens the drink, but you can add any other sweetener.
• Chocolate chips: You can swap them with chunks or a chopped chocolate bar instead.

Tips and Substitutions

• Flavor: For a more decadent hot chocolate, add 2 cups of chocolate chips. For a milky hot chocolate, add 4 cups of milk.
• Chocolate chips: Swap milk chocolate chips for dark chocolate if you prefer a bittersweet taste.
• Quantity: This recipe serves 3 people. If you want to serve more or less people, change the ingredients accordingly. For example, for 2 servings, use 2 cups of milk, 2 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 1-2 tablespoon of sugar, and ¾ cup of chocolate chips.

How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate Drink

1. Pour milk into a saucepan. Add cocoa powder, sugar, and chocolate chips. Heat the mixture on low/medium heat and whisk until it is hot enough to serve (not boiling).

2. To serve, pour the hot chocolate into a cup and add marshmallows and whipped cream. Place half of a chocolate flake into the whipped cream, and then top with flake bits or chocolate chips.

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