Classic Homemade Hot Chocolate

It's The Christmas Season!  Homemade Hot Chocolate has always been my favorite beverage.  Being homemade, I can get to enjoy a cup of 'not-so-sweet' but still delicious Hot Chocolate while watching Hallmark Christmas Movies in the comfort of my sweet home ~ smile ~

Ingredients: (serves 1)

1 cup milk

1 1/2 oz. dark chocolate

1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 tsp. instant espresso (optional - I did not use)

1/4 tsp. vanilla

Marshmallows/whipped cream, for topping

Methods:

1. In a small pan, whisk together milk and dark chocolate in low heat until the chocolate is melted and fully mixed.
2. Add cocoa powder and continue whisking until mixed through.
3. Turn off the heat, add vanilla and instant espresso, and whisk until fully incorporated.
4. Pour into a cup, top with marshmallows or whipped cream.
5. Serve immediately.

I adapted this delicious recipe from 'www.thesweetsavorylife.com'.