Hot chocolate with cocoa powder is a fairly simple recipe that you can make at home. There are nuances that, if followed, will result in a delicious childhood warming drink on the table in just 5 minutes.
Prepare everything you need. The higher the fat content of the milk, the tastier the cocoa will be. Choose high-quality cocoa powder, alkalized cocoa is used here.
Pour the milk into a saucepan and place it on the stove. In a small bowl, pour the cocoa powder, take a heaping tablespoon, and add sugar. Adjust the sweetness to your taste. Pour in 3-4 tablespoons of milk.
1 tbsp cocoa powder, 500 g milk, 2 tbsp sugar
Stir until a homogeneous mass is obtained. This trick will prevent lumps from forming in the finished drink.
When the milk in the saucepan boils, add the prepared mixture. Immediately whisk it.
Bring to a boil again. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Pour into cups and enjoy a wonderful cocoa. If desired, add marshmallows.