After trying this, you’ll never go back to powdered hot chocolate mix again.

Canada is known for having it’s fair share of snow, but this last snowfall was the biggest I’ve seen in years! So after being out in the cold I whipped up two cups of this super-rich homemade hot chocolate and it hit the spot. This hot chocolate is different because instead of using cream to thicken it, you use cornstarch. It sounds a little unconventional, but it worked perfectly and you would never be able to guess!

I was planning on putting some Bailey’s in my hot chocolate but I actually think it would have ruined it! It is really, really rich and creamy without it. If you just want to make one cup you can easily cut the recipe in half and yield the same results. I followed the instructions of Honey What’s Cooking and it turned out very well, so thank you!

Ingredients

Makes 2 servings

• 2 cups milk
• 4 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. cornstarch
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp. nutella

Method

In a small saucepan, heat milk over medium heat. Once heated, add cocoa powder and constantly whisk until it is a smooth and even consistency. Whisk in cornstarch very quickly (so it does not become sludgey) and then add vanilla extract. Stir for 1 minute to blend ingredients, then add nutella. Continue gently whisking for 3-4 minutes until it has thickened and the nutella has melted, and serve hot!