Hot Chocolate Recipe
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- 1 teaspoon Dutch-process cocoa powder*
- 1 heaping tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- Marshmallows**
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
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In a serving cup, combine together the cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon. Whisk in 1 tablespoon milk or cream and vanilla extract to make a paste; set aside.
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In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat the 1 cup milk (being careful not to scorch it). Remove from heat and pour the hot milk into the cup with the cocoa mix; stir or whisk until well combined.
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Place topping of your choice on top of the hot chocolate.
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Variations: Peppermint or vanilla sticks may be added.
* I prefer Droste Chocolate powder, but use your favorite.
** To make marshmallow shapes, dust wax paper with confectioner's sugar. Place the marshmallow onto the wax paper and roll to flatted. Cut out desired shapes with a cookie cutter.
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