Homemade rich and creamy hot cocoa simmered on the stove! Lactose free....made with almond milk...and just the perfect amount of sugar!
Combine the cocoa and sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add a dash of salt and 1/3 cup milk. Stir continuously until hot and steamy. Bring to a a boil, and immediately turn down to a simmer.
Slowly stir in additional milk and heat until very hot, but not boiling! Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs. If desired, add additional milk to cool it to drinking temperature. Also, great topped with whipped cream or marshmallows and chocolate syrup.
Sometimes I add 4 Hershey miniature chocolate bars with the cocoa for a richer chocolate flavor.
Recipe adapted from tastesbetterfromscratch.com