Best 10 Rich Stove Top Hot Cocoa Recipes

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When the weather gets cold and the days get shorter, there's nothing quite like a warm, rich cup of hot cocoa to warm your soul. Whether you like yours classic or with a little something extra, there's a stove top hot cocoa recipe out there for everyone. From simple and quick to decadent and indulgent, this versatile drink can be customized to your liking. So grab your favorite mug, gather your ingredients, and let's get started on creating the perfect cup of rich stove top hot cocoa.

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OLD FASHIONED STOVETOP HOT CHOCOLATE



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It takes just six minutes and three ingredients to make this rich and creamy homemade stovetop hot chocolate recipe.

Provided by The SouthernPlate Staff

Categories     Drinks

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, and 1/2 cup of milk.
  • Stir constantly over medium heat until the hot chocolate mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
  • Add the remaining milk and heat, do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla if desired.
  • Serve hot with mini marshmallows. Makes six servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

RICH HOT COCOA FOR TWO WITH FLAVOR VARIATIONS



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Originally titled Charleston Hot Cocoa, from a Hershey cookbook. This is our favorite cocoa. It is very rich and chocolately.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons water
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
whipped cream or mini marshmallows
1 medium banana, mashed (combine in blender)
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (combine in blender)
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon crushed peppermint candies or 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
1 -2 tablespoon Grand Marnier

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, cocoa, and water in small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Add milk and heat to serving temperature. Do not boil.
  • Add vanilla; serve in mugs and top with spoonful of wihhpped cream or marshmallows.
  • Stir or blend in flavor variations if desired.

RICH HOT COCOA



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I found this recipe on a great website. The website is hillbillyhousewife.com. This site has alot of great recipes on it. Excellent country cooking website!

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups hot water
1/4-1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 dash salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Measure water into a 2-quart sauce pan. Add sugar, cocoa and salt. Heat water over medium heat. Stir mixture until cocoa dissolves completely. Gently bring mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a fast simmer and simmer it for about 5 minutes. Finally add the evaporated milk and stir to blend. Reheat briefly, but don't boil. Pour the hot chocolate into small mugs.
  • This recipe makes 4 6-ounce size servings.
  • I added a spoonful of whipped topping on the top of each filled mug. It was delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 24.7, Sodium 131.9, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 12.7, Protein 6.8

RICH STOVE TOP HOT COCOA



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Delicious creamy and rich hot cocoa. Perfect for a chilly day to keep cozy and warm! Use 3 cups total milk for a more darker chocolate flavor, and add an extra cup to make it more milk-chocolate--still delicious! From the kitchen of Rosanna Pansino.

Provided by givemiamore

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt (pinch)
1/3 water
3 1/2 cups whole milk (can split amount with cream for richer flavor)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix cocoa, sugar and salt into a small bowl.
  • Put water in small pot to boil.
  • Once boiling, add cocoa mix and stir with whisk until well blended. When bubbly, continue to stir for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Slowly add in milk (or both milk and cream). Occasionally stir until milk is on the verge of boiling.
  • Stir in vanilla and remove from heat. Pour into your favorite cocoa mug! It may need time to cool. Enjoy!
  • **If there's extra, you can store in the fridge for 1-2 days. Just reheat and stir and will still be good!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.6, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 21.4, Sodium 164.8, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 35.9, Protein 8.1

RICH SLOW COOKER HOT CHOCOLATE



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Easy and delicious.

Provided by macandjakesmom

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine milk, condensed milk, chocolate chips, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until chocolate chips are melted and mixture is smooth, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 127.1 mg, Sugar 46.6 g

CREAMY HOT COCOA



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It's old fashioned, it's comforting, it makes the kitchen smell wonderful and it's good for the soul.

Provided by JEANIE BEAN

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 7m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. Blend in the boiling water. Bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. Simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. Watch that it doesn't scorch. Stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs. Add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 47.7 g

STOVETOP HOT CHOCOLATE



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My mom created this stovetop hot chocolate recipe to serve large groups of carolers and frozen sledders. I take it to the lounge during a long winter to warm their spirits! This economical recipe could easily be warmed and served in a slow cooker. Flavor extracts could be added to the hot chocolate, too. —Mary Nine, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
5-1/2 cups water
Large marshmallows, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, mix the sugars, cocoa and salt; gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Ladle into mugs. If desired, top with marshmallows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOT COCOA



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Hot cocoa made with plant milk (soy, rice, nut, or grain) is rich, smooth, and satifying. Everyone knows hot cocoa is wonderful in cool weather, but this recipe is so simple and delicious it may become a year-round favorite.

Provided by mielhollinger

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cups soymilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine the cocoa, sugar, and water in a small saucepan, and whisk until smooth.
  • Place over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
  • Simmer, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the milk and cook, stirring often, until steam rises and mixture is hot.
  • Do not boil.
  • Stir in the vanilla.
  • Pour into mugs and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.1, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 20.4, Protein 12.6

RICH HOT CHOCOLATE



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Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody Marys and fill our thermoses with these hot cocoas instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup 2% milk
4 ounces dark chocolate candy bar, chopped
3 tablespoons sugar
Vanilla rum, optional
Sweetened heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat heavy whipping cream, milk, chocolate and sugar over medium heat just until mixture comes to a simmer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir until smooth. If desired, add rum. Pour into 2 mugs; top with sweetened whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 49g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HOT COCOA



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Make and share this Hot Cocoa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Honeybeee

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1/4 teaspoon vanilla (or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon)
whipped cream, for topping

Steps:

  • In saucepan, combine sugar and cocoa.
  • Add a few tablespoons of milk and heat over medium high heat, stirring constantly.
  • The heat will make it easier to dissolve the cocoa.
  • When the sugar, cocoa and milk have formed a paste, add the remainder of the milk plus the vanilla or cinnamon and heat until steaming.
  • Pour into mugs, top with a bit of whipped cream and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 119.6, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 1, Sugar 16.7, Protein 9

Tips:

  • To make the hot cocoa even richer, use whole milk or cream instead of water.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the cocoa powder before whisking it into the milk. This will help to balance out the sweetness of the cocoa.
  • For a more intense chocolate flavor, use a higher quality cocoa powder.
  • If you like your hot cocoa sweet, add sugar or honey to taste.
  • For a more decadent hot cocoa, top it with whipped cream, marshmallows, or grated chocolate.

Conclusion:

This stove-top hot cocoa is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a warm and comforting drink that is perfect for a cold winter day. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying treat, give this hot cocoa recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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