Simply three easy substances mix to create a wealthy and creamy selfmade sizzling cocoa that tastes higher than any packaged combine on the retailer. Milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar are all you should make the last word comforting cup of wealthy cocoa.
![overhead shot of hot cocoa with whipped cream](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-8-1-of-1-1024x732.jpg)
![overhead shot of hot cocoa with whipped cream](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-8-1-of-1-1024x732.jpg)
You may serve the cocoa as is or prime it with marshmallows, whipped cream, sprinkles, and even dunk a sweet cane in it for peppermint cocoa. Nevertheless you select to serve the cocoa, it additionally earns a smile.
Do-it-yourself Scorching Cocoa
Most of us grew up on the little packets of sizzling cocoa combine bought in shops. Whether or not we had been raised in snowy climate or within the desert, these packets meant it was winter and time for enjoyable!
![cup of cocoa on swirl plate with little bird on handle of cup](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-5-1-of-1-1024x732.jpg)
![cup of cocoa on swirl plate with little bird on handle of cup](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-5-1-of-1-1024x732.jpg)
There’s a variety of comforting nostalgia in these packets, however with only a measuring spoon and about 10 further seconds, you possibly can wrap your arms round a mug filled with selfmade cocoa that tastes infinitely higher and more energizing.
And whereas that’s sufficient argument in and of itself to make this, there’s a bonus: this selfmade simple sizzling chocolate recipe is rather more economical!
![ladle filled with homemade hot cocoa](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-4-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
![ladle filled with homemade hot cocoa](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-4-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
I’ve been making sizzling cocoa (with out the packets) for a few years now and we love this peppermint sizzling chocolate too. (That cocoa combine will get bonus factors for being a terrific make-ahead hostess present too!)
And in case you are making sizzling cocoa for the grownups, this excessive octane sizzling chocolate is a variety of enjoyable for any grownup event – with the addition of a pair splashes of Kahlua and vodka.
If you wish to go to the subsequent stage with only one step, you possibly can stir in a small handful of wealthy chocolate chips on the finish. And the easy addition of selfmade marshmallows makes this simple sizzling cocoa recipe worthy of a special day.
![Simple Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe by Barefeet In The Kitchen Simple Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe by Barefeet In The Kitchen](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/hot-cocoa-with-marshmallows-3-1.jpg)
![Simple Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe by Barefeet In The Kitchen Simple Homemade Hot Chocolate recipe by Barefeet In The Kitchen](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/hot-cocoa-with-marshmallows-3-1.jpg)
Scorching Cocoa Recipe
To make this easy selfmade sizzling cocoa combine, you’ll want the next substances:
- Milk
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sugar
- Optionally available: darkish chocolate chips and marshmallows
![sugar and cocoa in saucepan with whisk](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-1-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
![sugar and cocoa in saucepan with whisk](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-1-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
Do-it-yourself Scorching Chocolate
Whisk the sugar and cocoa collectively in a small saucepan till it’s even in shade. Add the milk and cook dinner over medium warmth, stirring often, till it’s virtually simmering.
![cocoa in saucepan](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-2-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
![cocoa in saucepan](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-2-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
Do you know that you could make sizzling cocoa within the crockpot? It’s an superior technique to make sizzling chocolate for a crowd in the course of the vacation season or anytime you understand folks would possibly take pleasure in a cup when coming in from the chilly.
![adding chocolate chips to hot cocoa](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-3-1-of-1-732x1024.jpg)
![adding chocolate chips to hot cocoa](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-3-1-of-1-732x1024.jpg)
When you’d wish to make your selfmade sizzling chocolate combine recipe much more richly chocolatey, add the chocolate chips to the combination when it’s steaming sizzling and stir to soften. Pour into mugs and prime with marshmallows in the event you love them.
![cocoa topped with whipped cream in white cup with bird on handle](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-7-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
![cocoa topped with whipped cream in white cup with bird on handle](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-ingredient-hot-cocoa-BFK-7-1-of-1-731x1024.jpg)
Servings: 2 servings
Stop your display from going darkish
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Whisk collectively the sugar and cocoa within the backside of a small saucepan. Add the milk and cook dinner over medium warmth, stirring often, till it’s virtually simmering.
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When the combination is sizzling, add the chocolate chips and stir to soften. Pour into mugs and prime with marshmallows. Get pleasure from!
{initially revealed 12/1/12 – recipe notes and pictures up to date 1/27/25}
![close up of ladle filled with hot cocoa in saucepan](https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-Ingredient-Hot-Cocoa-BFK-pin-photo-683x1024.jpg)
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