National Cocoa Day

Happy #NationalCocoaDay!

I’ve been making this cocoa recipe since I was a kid and realized that not all hot cocoa comes from a package. Today I made it for my kids for the first time. Bitter cocoa with warm spices and enough sugar to make it just sweet enough always hits the spot, especially on cold gray days like this one.

3 Cups of Milk
5 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa
4 tbsp Sugar
2 tsp Chili Powder
1 tsp Cinnamon

Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly so the milk doesn’t scald. Serve hot with a toasted marshmallow or, for adults, a splash of bourbon.