Single Serve Hot Chocolate Fast

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of this quick and easy Single Serve Hot Chocolate recipe, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings in mere minutes. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract, this creamy delight comes together in just 5 minutes using your microwave. Customize it with your favorite milk or milk alternative, and top it off with whipped cream or marshmallows for a cozy, café-style treat right at home. With its simple prep, minimal cleanup, and single-serving size, this recipe is the ultimate go-to for a quick chocolate fix on chilly days.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

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Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup milk or milk alternative
0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
0 whipped cream or marshmallows (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe mug, add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1.5 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Pour 2-3 tablespoons of milk (from the 1 cup) into the mug. Stir into a thick, smooth paste, ensuring there are no lumps of cocoa powder.

Step 3

Add the remaining milk and stir thoroughly to fully combine.

Step 4

Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute. Remove the mug and stir to make sure the heat is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Microwave again for 1-2 minutes, stopping every 30 seconds to stir, until the hot chocolate is warmed to your desired temperature.

Step 6

Stir in 0.25 teaspoon of vanilla extract for added richness.

Step 7

Top with whipped cream or marshmallows for extra indulgence, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(284.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	288.4

Total Fat 13.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 34.0mg	0%
Sodium 249.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 9.4g	0%

Vitamin D 124.0IU	0%
Calcium 292.6mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 416.3mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 46.5%