SANTA'S SPECIAL HOT COCOA

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This is the quintessential "foundation" recipe for the perfect cup of hot cocoa. Add extracts, liqueurs or candies to build on the terrific cocoa flavor... or sip it as-is! A delicious treat for a cool evening.

Provided by Jennifer Smith @JSmith1966

Categories     Hot Drinks

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoon(s) cocoa
3 tablespoon(s) sugar
1/4 cup(s) hot water
1 1/2 cup(s) milk
Lots - of tiny marshmallows (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour cocoa and sugar into a saucepan and slowly add hot water.
  • Stir until ingredients are blended together. Bring mixture to a boil. Boil over medium heat about 2 mins. Stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat and add milk stirring occasionally until mixture is heated thoroughly. DO NOT BOIL.
  • Remove from heat and stir well. Pour into mugs and add marshmallows if using.
  • Enjoy and wait for Santa!

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