Rich cocoa powder and finely chopped dark chocolate melt together into a glossy, deeply chocolatey base, whisked smooth with just a touch of sugar, salt, and vanilla for warmth. The result is a thick, steaming mug of hot chocolate with that classic silky texture you want on a cold day. A quick whisking technique keeps everything lump-free from the start, so every sip comes out velvety rather than gritty or thin. It's an easy stovetop treat that comes together in minutes, and it's a great pick for a lactose free mug of cocoa. Skip the marshmallows or add them freely — either way, this one delivers all the cozy, chocolatey comfort of the original.
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A serving of up to about 2 tablespoons of heavy cream is low in lactose. This recipe contains only about 1/8 cup per serving, making it likely fine on a lactose free diet. If you prefer to always avoid heavy cream, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
Combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Add about 2 tbsp of the milk and whisk into a smooth paste with no dry lumps.
Pour in the remaining milk and the heavy cream, then set the saucepan over medium heat. Warm, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is steaming and small bubbles appear around the edges — about 4–5 minutes. Do not let it boil.
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