Description
A rich, creamy homemade hot chocolate sweetened with pure maple syrup for a warm, cozy, naturally flavored winter drink.
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional for richer texture)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Warm the Milk: Heat 2 cups of milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling, ensuring it is ready for mixing.
- Mix Cocoa and Syrup: Whisk in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 2 to 3 tablespoons of pure maple syrup, and a pinch of salt into the warm milk until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: If using, add 1/4 cup of chocolate chips and stir continuously until the chips are fully melted, creating a richer texture.
- Finish with Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to add depth and warmth to the flavor.
- Serve Warm: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and serve immediately while warm for the best comforting experience.
Notes
- Use dark amber maple syrup for a stronger, more robust maple flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra warm spice note.
- Swap the milk with almond or oat milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Hot Chocolate
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
