When the weather outside is frightful, cozy up with a cup of homemade hot chocolate! Enjoy this recipe as is, or try mixing it up with milk, semi-sweet or white chocolate and your choice of toppings.

Preparation

Combine milk, sugar and cocoa powder in a sauce pot and heat to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, stir in chocolate chips until melted, then finish with vanilla extract.

Serve in a mug with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, marshmallows or a cinnamon stick for garnish.