Indulge in the decadent and delicious homemade chocolate milk that will transport you back to your childhood. This ain't yo momma's chocolate milk - it's even better! Made with rich cocoa powder, creamy milk, and a touch of sweetness, this recipe will satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Get ready to sip on a glass of pure nostalgia.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Directions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
- Slowly pour in the milk while constantly whisking the mixture.
- Continue whisking until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved, and the mixture is smooth and hot.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the chocolate milk into glasses and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Chocolate milk was first made by the ancient Mayans and Aztecs, who combined cocoa beans with water and spices.
The average American consumes around 16.4 pounds of chocolate each year.
In 2019, Switzerland had the highest chocolate consumption per capita, at 8.8 kilograms per person.