INGREDIENTS
- 2 1/2 cups milk or half and half (I like to use fat free half and half)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- optional toppings: marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, chocolate shavings, caramel sauce, crushed peppermint candies
- optional stir-ins: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
INSTRUCTIONS
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Combine milk and sugar in a medium sauce pan. Stir over medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved. Stir in cocoa powder. Reduce heat to medium.
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Stir in heavy cream and chocolate chips. Continue to stir slowly until chocolate is completely melted and incorporated. Stir in vanilla.
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Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or any other favorite toppings and serve.
