Try this easy hot chocolate recipe for winter

Written by: Mantasha Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 12 December 2025

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Heat the Milk

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Add Cocoa and Sugar

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Melt a Little Chocolate

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Finish With a Pinch of Salt

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Pour, Sip, Enjoy

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