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Close up picture of 3 mugs full of hot chocolate
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5 from 15 votes

Chocolate Hazelnut Hot Cocoa

A cup of creamy hot cocoa made with chocolate hazelnut spread and a hint of cinnamon is a great way to warm up!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, chocolate hazelnut, chocolate hazelnut spread, drinks, hazelnut, hot chocolate, hot cocoa, nutella, warm drinks
Servings: 1 cup
Author: Crystal

Equipment

  • Small saucepot
  • Whisk
  • coffee mug

Ingredients

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • A pinch of salt
  • 4 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 8 ounces milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate hazelnut spread

Instructions

  • In a small sauce pot, whisk together the cinnamon, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • Slowly pour the milk into the pot while whisking to dissolve the dry ingredients. Add vanilla and chocolate hazelnut spread.
  • Warm the ingredients on medium heat, stirring occasionally with a whisk to help the chocolate spread melt.
  • After about 5 minutes, the liquid will begin to steam. Immediately remove from the heat.
  • Pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug. Top with marshmallows or whipped cream.