Recipe serves 4

- Ingredients -

1/3 cup cocoa powder
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 cups whole milk
2/3 cup water
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Pinch of cinnamon
Marshmallows or whipped cream (optional)

- Instructions -

1. Bring the water to a simmer in a medium-sized saucepan.
2. Add in cocoa powder, salt, and cinnamon whisk until smooth.
3. Add in whole milk, return to a simmer.
4. Add in chocolate chips, whisk often until smooth and melted.
5. Divide into your favorite 4 mugs, top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.

- Special Notes -

For extra indulgence, add 1 tbsp Kahlua, Amaretto, or Bailey’s to your hot chocolate just before serving.