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Microwave Hot Chocolate Recipe (Single Serving)

Whip up a warm, rich cup of hot cocoa in minutes!
Course Drinks
Keyword hot chocolate, hot cocoa
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 2 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (or sweetener of choice)
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup fat-free milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  • Mix dry ingredients together at the bottom of a microwave-safe measuring cup or mug.
    mixed dry ingredients
  • Add ¼ cup of milk and briskly whisk until the liquid is a smooth consistency. Then add the rest of the milk and mix.
    pouring in 1/4 c milk
  • Microwave the mixture in 30 second intervals, whisking intermittently until it’s as warm as you’d like it. This takes around 90 seconds, depending on your microwave.
    hot chocolate cup in microwave
  • Stir in vanilla, top with whipped cream, and enjoy!
    hot chocolate glass w whipped cream