Warm up from the inside out with this delicious and easy homemade rich hot chocolate. Enjoy with family on a winter’s day.

Equipment: Hart 250 mm J7 Pot or Hart Teapot
Prep time: 5 mins
Cooking time: 10 mins
Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

4 cups milk (1 l)
¼ cup cocoa powder (65 ml)
¼ cup sugar (50 g)
120 g dark chocolate, chopped
Pinch of chilli powder (optional)

Method

1. In a medium saucepan, add milk, cocoa powder and sugar.
2. Simmer over medium-high heat, whisking mixture frequently.
3. Add chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth.
4. Add chilli powder, if using.
5. Bring to simmer and whisk continuously until frothy.
6. Ladle into 4 mugs and serve hot.