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Hot Sweet and Creamy Cocoa!
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 7 Minutes
Ready In: 12 Minutes
Servings: 1
This is a rich version of cocoa and what a treat it makes! In the 18th century Europeans married milk with chocolate and sugar. Soon after, it became a very popular after dinner drink! Adding a pinch of cayenne gives it a little spice too! Adapted from Country Living magazine.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup milk (sometimes i use almond or rice milk)
3 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup cream (or half and half)
1 tablespoon bittersweet chocolate (optional)
1 dash cayenne pepper (optional)
marshmallow
Directions:
1. Whisk sugar, cocoa, and 3 tablespoons milk together in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth.
2. Stir in 1/2 cup each of milk and cream and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
3. For extra richness, stir in 1 tablespoon bittersweet chocolate. Or add spice with a tiny sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
4. Top with marshmallows. Enjoy!
By RecipeOfHealth.com