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Starbucks Inspired Mocha Hot Chocolate

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey or or a natural sweetener like stevia (adjust based on your sweetness preference)
  • 1-2 tbsp dark chocolate chips,
  • regular whipped cream or coconut whipped cream, (topping)
  • cocoa powder (topping)
  • chocolate chips (topping)
  • chocolate sauce (topping)

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently warm the almond milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
  • Add the chocolate chips to the warm milk, whisking continuously until they are fully melted and smoothly blended.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract and stir well.
  • Carefully pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug.
  • Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder, chocolate sauce, shavings, or chips for extra richness.
Keyword Hot-Chocolate, Mocha, Starbucks
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