Drinks · Country Living
Classic Hot Chocolate
Rich stovetop hot chocolate made with cocoa and melted chocolate chips, topped with whipped cream and candy canes.
Recipe adapted from Country Living — view original recipe (opens in a new tab).
Directions independently written by Local Loop; not tested in our kitchen. AI-generated illustrative photo, not the source’s photo.
The recipe
4 servings- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Not specified
- Total
- 10 min
Country Living lists 5 minutes prep and 10 minutes total.
Ingredients
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For the hot chocolate
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Milk frother (optional)
- Mugs
Allergen note: Contains milk. Chocolate chips may contain soy.
Instructions
Dissolve the cocoa
In a medium saucepan, whisk the cocoa, sugar, and ½ cup of the milk over low heat until the cocoa dissolves.
Melt and warm
Whisk in the chocolate chips, salt, and the remaining 3½ cups milk. Heat, whisking now and then, until the chocolate melts and the milk is warmed through.
Froth and serve
For an extra-creamy cup, run a milk frother right in the pot. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and candy canes.
Kitchen notes
- Keep the heat low so the milk doesn’t scorch.
- Pairs well with the Snowman Chocolates recipe.
Storage & make-ahead
The source does not give storage guidance. Local Loop note: refrigerate leftovers and rewarm gently.