Easy Hot Chocolate (2024)

FAQs

Can you use milk instead of water in instant hot chocolate? ›

There are chocolate mixes you can buy that uses hot water to make hot chocolate or that can use water or milk. I think milk tastes better but can always make hot chocolate using hot water then adding some milk.

Cornflour/Cornstarch: Mix a small amount with cold milk or water to create a smooth paste. Whisk this into your hot chocolate towards the end of the cooking process until it thickens. Double Cream: Stirring in a splash of double cream can instantly enrich and thicken your drink, giving it a velvety texture.

Although hot chocolate doesn't necessarily need an even more creamy, decadent taste, using milk certainly enriches the experience. We suspect that milk adds a creamier taste than water alone, and when combined with the notes of chocolate, the smooth undertones of the milk simply add a delicious backdrop.

All you need is milk (any kind) and chocolate chips. That's it! Melt them together on the stove, and in a few short minutes, you have a homemade, easy hot chocolate that puts the packets to shame.

Generally, it's best to heat the milk first, then add the chocolate. This will help to evenly melt the chocolate and prevent it from burning. Plus, if you add the chocolate before heating the milk, it may not dissolve properly and you may end up with clumps.

Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix

We'd be remiss not to include Swiss Miss in our taste test because when it comes to hot chocolate mix, it's by far the most well-loved.

If the hot chocolate doesn't thicken, add a slurry of cornstarch and milk (dissolve ¼ teaspoon of cornstarch in a tablespoon of cold milk) to the hot chocolate and continue stirring over medium high heat until slightly thickened.

How do you make hot chocolate powder not clumpy? ›

Adding a bit of cornstarch or using hot chocolate mix with added emulsifiers can also help you achieve that silky-smooth texture. Remember, practice makes perfect. So, don't be disheartened if you don't nail it in the first attempt.

An easy way to add extra flavor to any cup of cocoa—be it out of the box or homemade—is to add a touch of your favorite spices. A sprinkle of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg or even cayenne can all be welcome warming additions.

What you need: 1 cup water or milk. 2 envelopes (1.38 oz each) Swiss Miss® Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix.

Add into your mug 3 heaped teaspoons of hot chocolate powder! Now add milk to about a third full and stir until there is no lumps (or when the kettle boils) and it should resemble a almost gooey chocolatley syrup!

Simply mix the powdered blend with hot water or milk for a quick and convenient treat that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

All you need to make hot chocolate at home is cocoa powder, sugar, and milk or water. This combination is my absolute favorite, but I'll give you a few substitutions you can use to make this with what you have in your pantry right now!