Hot Cocoa with Sweetened Condensed Milk

Hot Cocoa with Sweetened Condensed Milk:

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa

1/2 cup water

4 cups milk

1/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk + extra to drizzle into drink

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1/2 scant tsp. instant coffee (regular or decaf)

whipped cream (optional)

In a medium saucepan on medium heat, add water, cocoa, coffee, and sugar. Use a wire whisk to blend smooth. Allow to come to a gentle boil (reduce heat if needed) for a couple minutes to thoroughly dissolve solids. Use a rubber spatula to constantly stir bottom and sides of pan to prevent sticking.

Add milk and sweetened condensed milk, whisking until smooth. Heat through. Do not boil.

Remove from heat and add vanilla.

Note: The coffee highlights the chocolate flavor. It does not make the cocoa taste like coffee.

Serve with a drizzle (1 teaspoon) of sweetened condensed milk. Top with whipped cream, optional.

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