Classic Hot Cocoa
by Nicole Rees
This is the hot cocoa from my childhood, chocolatey but not rich enough to spoil dinner. I think mini marshmallows are essential, but you can skip them if you wish.
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Serves 3 to 4
Yields 2-2/3 cups.
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Chocolate vs. Cocoa Powder
1/3 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
3 to 4 Tbs. granulated sugar
Pinch table salt
2-1/2 cups whole milk
Mini marshmallows (optional), for garnish
Put the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Pour in 1/4 cup of the milk and whisk constantly until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Pour in the remaining milk and whisk to combine. Set the pan over medium to medium-high heat. Cook, whisking frequently, until hot, 4 to 5 minutes. For best flavor, do not let the cocoa boil. Serve hot, topped with mini marshmallows, if you like.
nutrition information (per serving):
Size
:
based on four servings;
Calories
(kcal):
140;
Fat
(g):
6;
Fat Calories
(kcal):
50;
Saturated Fat
(g):
3.5;
Protein
(g):
6;
Monounsaturated Fat
(g):
1.5;
Carbohydrates
(g):
20;
Polyunsaturated Fat
(g):
0;
Sodium
(mg):
135;
Cholesterol
(mg):
15;
Fiber
(g):
2;
photo: Scott Phillips
From Fine Cooking 89
, pp. 88
October 15, 2007
