Description
Warm up your chilly days with this rich and creamy Instant Pot Hot Chocolate. This delightful recipe combines whole milk, heavy cream, and premium cocoa powder for a luscious drink that evokes sweet childhood memories. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional sprinkles, it’s perfect for festive gatherings or quiet evenings at home. In just a few simple steps, you’ll create a heartwarming beverage that brings joy to every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
- 1/2 cup sugar (or adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Measure out all ingredients.
- Add to Instant Pot: Combine whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla in the Instant Pot; stir gently.
- Select cooking setting: Close the lid and set to “Manual” mode for 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Incorporate chocolate chips: Release pressure carefully, then stir in chocolate chips until melted.
- Serve with toppings: Ladle into mugs and top generously with whipped cream. Optionally sprinkle with cocoa powder or mini marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 240 ml)
- Calories: 334
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 57mg