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    Home » Beverage » Hot Cocoa using Cacao Powder

    Hot Cocoa Recipe with Cacao powder

    Published: Nov 18, 2021 by Pavani · 20 Comments

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    Homemade hot cocoa with cacao powder is a perfect drink for chilly weather. An easy to make recipe this is rich, chocolaty and delicious that both kids and adults will enjoy..

    Raw cacao powder is unprocessed, so it retains important nutrients like manganese, iron, calcium, fiber and protein. But you can definitely use regular cocoa powder as well.

    Hand holding a grey mug with hot cocoa with cacao powder

    Table of contents

    • About the Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • You might also like
    • Recipe Card

    About the Recipe

    I think most kids love chocolate and my kids are definitely chocolate lovers. They love this chocolate custard and this vegan chocolate cake.

    Once the chilly weather starts, all they want is something warm in the afternoons. I make them this hot cocoa as their after-school snack. All you need is 3 ingredients to make this decadent drink.

    Grey mug with hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and marshmallows

    I love using raw cacao powder to make this hot cocoa drink. As the name suggests, raw cacao powder is raw without any unwanted sugars or additives. It is unprocessed, so it retains important nutrients like manganese, iron, calcium, fiber and protein.

    You can use raw cacao powder to make brownies, cookies, cakes and just about anything that you would bake with regular cocoa powder.

    An easy cold weather drink that is rich, chocolaty and comforting. Do try this and I am sure it will warm you up on a chilly day.

    Top view of grey mug with hot chocolate

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this hot cocoa drink recipe:

    • Raw Cacao powder - gives the most rich chocolaty flavor to the hot cocoa. But you can definitely make it with regular cocoa powder. Use unsweetened cocoa powder, the best quality you can find.
    • Milk - I use 2% milk, but if you only have whole milk on hand, then go ahead and use it. If you want to make vegan hot cocoa, then I recommend using unsweetened oat or almond milk.
    • Sweetener - I use regular white sugar but feel free to use maple syrup or agave nectar.
    • Vanilla extract, optional but I highly recommend it.
    Ingredients needed - details in recipe card

    Toppings are my kids favorite part of this recipe. Here are a few hot chocolate topping ideas:

    • Whipped cream
    • Vegan marshmallows

    Instructions

    For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here is how to make this hot cocoa drink using cacao powder:

    In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cacao powder and sugar. Whisk until smooth. Bring the mixture to a slow simmer on medium-low flame, about 4~6 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in vanilla extract.

    Mixing sugar, raw cacao with milk in sauce pan

    Pour into mugs and serve right away with an optional dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

    Simmering the chocolate drink

    Expert Tips

    • I recommend using raw cacao powder for the gives the most rich chocolaty flavor to the hot cocoa. But you can definitely make it with regular cocoa powder. Find the best quality unsweetened cocoa powder you can find.
    • I use 2% milk to make this hot cocoa. But if you only have whole milk on hand, then go ahead and use it.
    • If you want to make vegan hot cocoa, then I recommend using unsweetened oat or almond milk.
    • You can sweeten this raw cacao hot chocolate with white sugar or use maple syrup or agave nectar.
    • Make this hot cocoa just before serving. But you also make it ahead of time, cool completely and store in the fridge. Warm it until heated through right before serving.
    Top view of grey mug with hot cocoa topped with whipped cream

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    Grey mug with hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and marshmallows

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    Recipe Card

    Grey mug with hot cocoa

    Hot Cocoa made with Cacao powder

    Homemade Hot Cocoa made raw cacao powder. A rich and decadent chocolate drink perfect for a chilly day.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Course: drink
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2 servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups 2% Milk
    • ¼ cup Raw cacao powder
    • 2 tablespoons Sugar, adjust per taste
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla

    Topping (optional):

    • As needed Whipped Cream
    • As needed Vegan Mashmallows
    • As needed Cocoa powder

    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cacao powder and sugar. Whisk until smooth. Bring the mixture to a slow simmer on medium-low flame, about 4~6 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
    • Pour into mugs and serve right away with an optional dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

    Notes

    • I recommend using raw cacao powder for the gives the most rich chocolaty flavor to the hot cocoa. But you can definitely make it with regular cocoa powder. Find the best quality unsweetened cocoa powder you can find.
    • I use 2% milk to make this hot cocoa. But if you only have whole milk on hand, then go ahead and use it.
    • If you want to make vegan hot cocoa, then I recommend using unsweetened oat or almond milk.
    • You can sweeten this hot chocolate with white sugar or use maple syrup or agave nectar.
    • Make this hot cocoa just before serving. But you also make it ahead of time, cool completely and store in the fridge. Warm it until heated through right before serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 241IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 297mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Usha Rao

      March 03, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      I can have that mug of hot cocoa breakfast.

      Reply
    2. Usha Rao

      March 03, 2016 at 12:38 pm

      I need to look out for this raw cocoa next time I go shopping.

      Reply
    3. vaishali sabnani

      March 03, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      Very interesting ! I have yet to experiment with this one .

      Reply
    4. Ritu Tangri

      March 03, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Wow! It's so easy to make!! Even my kid's love to have it

      Reply
    5. Amara Annapaneni

      March 03, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      Nice recipe with using raw Cacao powder Pavani, I made hot cocoa but never used raw Cacao. With all the recipes we can make using it, I have to find it. Thanks for introducing a new ingredient to me:) The hot cocoa looks really yummy.

      Reply
    6. Archana Potdar

      March 03, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      I cnnot say I am a great fan of hot chocolate but the girls are crazy. they will love this cuppa anytime of the day.

      Reply
    7. Suma Gandlur

      March 03, 2016 at 1:51 pm

      I think this is universally kid approved dish. 🙂

      Reply
    8. Priya Suresh

      March 03, 2016 at 7:48 pm

      Such a gorgeous drink, wish i get this ultimate cup of hot cocoa rite now, its too chilled now here to drink this hot cocoa..

      Reply
    9. Nalini's Kitchen

      March 03, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      Hot chocolate with raw cacao is interesting and sounds yummy..

      Reply
    10. rajani

      March 04, 2016 at 2:26 am

      Been reading about cacao powder here and there. Good to see it in àction too 🙂

      Reply
    11. PJ

      March 04, 2016 at 3:55 am

      New tried raw cacao.My daughter loves hot chocolate and I am in love with the first pic 🙂

      Reply
    12. Ruchi Indu

      March 04, 2016 at 9:02 am

      I have never heard of a recipe with raw Cacao. This is the first. Bookmarked!!! I need to try and see this.

      Reply
    13. Annu Swamy

      March 04, 2016 at 12:24 pm

      This cup of chocolate looks yummy. Beautiful clicks.

      Reply
    14. Sarita

      March 04, 2016 at 8:11 pm

      Hot chocolate looks delicious.. Sure kids love it.

      Reply
    15. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      March 04, 2016 at 9:37 pm

      I would like to try the raw cacao sometime. I love how your son is holding the mug with a hand underneath to protect it 🙂

      Reply
    16. David Dang

      March 05, 2016 at 8:08 am

      This looks great! Kathy Ramos

      Reply
    17. Sapana Behl

      March 05, 2016 at 9:59 pm

      I have never tried raw cacao .Reading about all the good stuff in it, I am going to look for this.Hot cocoa looks delicious.

      Reply
    18. Gayathri's Cook Spot

      March 06, 2016 at 10:37 am

      Same pinch Pavani. Even I made hot chocolate. Your snaps are awesome..

      Reply
    19. Vimala Lakshmi

      March 11, 2016 at 2:58 am

      yummy dish my kids favourite..........

      Reply
    20. Srivalli

      April 02, 2016 at 11:46 am

      I love that first shot pavani..very lovely!

      Reply

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