Perfect Hot Chocolate

It's still in the 70's here in Oklahoma. The leaves are changing, the sun is shining, and it's 70-some-odd degrees in November. Nevertheless, I embraced my chilly feet this morning and made the first batch of hot chocolate. I tried out a new "recipe" and was so happy to finally stumble upon the ratio for a mug of the perfect hot chocolate. My sweet boys and I were happy to savor it, then don short sleeves and head outside to play. (While we still can.)

Perfect Hot Chocolate

adapted from Mad Hungry

here's your ratio:

1 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tbs sugar

1 cup milk

So, from there, make as many servings as you want! I only had 2 cups of whole milk on hand, so I used that, 2 tbs cocoa, 2 tbs sugar. You get the idea.

To make it even more flavorful, I added a pinch of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract.

In a saucepan, over medium-low heat, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Whisk to combine. Add a couple tablespoons of milk and whisk thoroughly to remove any lumps and make a muddy paste. Add the rest of the milk and whisk again. Continue to cook over medium-low heat until warm. Off the heat, add your vanilla, if using.

Divide into mugs, top with marshmallows, whipped cream, etc.