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5-Minute Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream

Rich, creamy hot chocolate made with cocoa powder and whole milk, topped with a cloud of whipped cream and marshmallows. Ready in under 5 minutes—no stove required if using a microwave or electric kettle.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
312
Protein
5g
5-Minute Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ cup whipped cream
  • ½ cup marshmallows

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it steams, about 3 minutes. Do not boil.

  2. 2

    Whisk cocoa powder and sugar together in a small bowl to remove lumps.

  3. 3

    Add cocoa mixture to hot milk, whisking constantly until smooth and fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Pour into two mugs. Top each with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a handful of marshmallows.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately while hot and marshmallows are still soft.

Tools you’ll need

  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • small bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • two mugs

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