Hershey's Hot Cocoa

Warm up on a chilly day with the rich and creamy indulgence of *Hershey's Hot Cocoa*! This timeless recipe pairs the deep, chocolatey flavor of Hershey’s unsweetened cocoa powder with just the right amount of sweetness and a touch of vanilla for added warmth. Made with pantry staples like sugar, milk, and water, this quick, 10-minute recipe creates a velvety beverage that’s perfect for cozy evenings or holiday gatherings. Top it off with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra treat! Whether you’re sipping solo or sharing, this classic hot cocoa is an easy, satisfying way to indulge in pure chocolate bliss. Keywords: Hershey's Hot Cocoa recipe, homemade hot chocolate, classic hot cocoa beverage.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Hershey's unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
2 tablespoons Water
1.5 cups Milk
0.25 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional)
0 Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the Hershey’s cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and water.

Step 2

Stir the mixture together over medium heat until it forms a smooth paste and begins to gently simmer, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in the milk. Continue stirring constantly as the mixture heats up, but do not let it boil.

Step 4

Once the cocoa is hot and fully combined, remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract, if using.

Step 6

Pour the hot cocoa into a mug and top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your warm, comforting Hershey’s Hot Cocoa!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(446.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	360.6

Total Fat 13.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 42.9mg	0%
Sodium 148.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 14.5g	0%

Vitamin D 161.0IU	0%
Calcium 489.3mg	0%
Iron 1mg	0%
Potassium 702.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 52.1%