Description
This homemade chocolate milk recipe offers a creamy, rich beverage made with simple ingredients. Perfectly sweetened and cocoa-rich, it can be quickly prepared on the stovetop, allowing you to customize sweetness and milk choice—whether whole, skim, or dairy-free alternatives like almond milk. A comforting classic that’s easy to make anytime.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Mix:
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (or more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt (optional, for enhanced flavor)
Milk:
- 1 cup milk (whole, skim, or dairy-free alternatives like almond milk)
Instructions
- Measure ingredients: Gather 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract, a pinch of salt if desired, and 1 cup of your preferred milk.
- Create chocolate paste: In a small saucepan or heatproof bowl, add about 2 tablespoons of the milk and stir in the cocoa powder and powdered sugar until you form a smooth chocolate paste without lumps.
- Warm the milk: Heat the remaining milk on the stovetop over medium-low heat until it is warm but not boiling, which should take about 2 minutes.
- Combine milk and chocolate paste: Pour the warmed milk into the bowl with the chocolate paste carefully.
- Whisk the mixture: Use a whisk to mix everything together until the cocoa and sugar are fully dissolved, creating smooth, creamy chocolate milk.
- Add vanilla and salt: Stir in the 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor profile.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste your chocolate milk and add more powdered sugar if necessary, whisking until dissolved.
- Serve: Pour the homemade chocolate milk into a glass or mug for immediate enjoyment.
- Optional topping: For a luxurious touch, top with whipped cream or sprinkle a bit of extra cocoa powder on top before serving.
Notes
- Use dairy-free milk alternatives such as almond, soy, or oat milk for a vegan or lactose-free version.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to suit your sweetness preference.
- Heating milk gradually helps prevent scorching and improves flavor melding.
- Adding a pinch of salt enhances the chocolate flavor and balances sweetness.
- For a cold version, allow the mixture to cool then refrigerate or serve over ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
