Old Fashion Hot Chocolate

It’s old fashioned, it’s comforting, it makes the kitchen smell wonderful and it’s good for the soul. Creamy, comforting with an amazing aroma.

cup of home made hot chocolate poured into mug
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Old Fashioned Hot Chocolate
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⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
⅓ cup boiling water
3 ½ cups milk
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup half-and-half cream

In a saucepan, combine cocoa, sugar and salt. Add boiling water and stir. Simmer for a couple of minutes stirring constantly. Add milk and heat until hot (do not boil). Add vanilla and pour into four mugs. Finally, add the cream to cocoa to cool slightly.

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Old Fashion Hot Chocolate added by:

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Cocoa Powder

Cocoa powder is a versatile and rich ingredient made by grinding cocoa beans into a fine powder after removing most of the cocoa butter. It comes in two main types: natural and Dutch-processed. Natural cocoa powder has a bold, slightly acidic flavor, while Dutch-processed cocoa is treated with an alkaline solution to create a milder taste and darker color. Both types are commonly used in baking, desserts, and beverages, adding depth and a robust chocolate flavor to recipes. Packed with antioxidants, cocoa powder is not only a favorite for its taste but also appreciated for its potential health benefits.

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