★Ingredients
2 cups of milk
2 ounces of semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
1 teaspoon of cornstarch (optional, for a thicker texture)
2 tablespoons of sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
★Instructions
- Heat the Milk:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
- Add Chocolate:
- Add the finely chopped chocolate to the warm milk, stirring continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Sugar and Thicken (if desired):
- Stir in the sugar. If you prefer a thicker hot chocolate, mix the cornstarch with a small amount of cold milk to form a slurry, then add it to the saucepan. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Add Vanilla:
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve:
- Pour the hot chocolate into cups. If desired, top with whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Enjoy!