Homemade Hot Chocolate Like Grandma Made

Last Updated on February 21, 2024 by Ellen Christian

Looking for homemade hot chocolate like Grandma made? Try this easy old fashioned hot chocolate that will bring back nostalgic memories of yesterday.

Homemade Hot Chocolate Like Grandma Made

The holidays are times when I start thinking about family memories and hot chocolate like Grandma made. The kids are 18 and 22 now but it really doesn’t seem like that long ago that they were still in kindergarten. Every time my son walks in the door and he’s over 6 feet tall with a beard and mustache, I’m initially startled.

It really doesn’t seem possible that he’s grown up so quickly. Of course, I’m sure my parents feel the same way when they look at my sister and me.

One of the memories I have from when the kids were little is enjoying homemade hot chocolate like Grandma made. You know the kind that is rich and sweet and creamy?

The kind you make in an actual pot on the stove with milk and cocoa rather than from an envelope or a plastic cup? This is definitely not a healthy hot chocolate, but it is one that brings back memories of a slower time in my life when things could be made from scratch.

When everyone sat in the living room on the weekends and watched cartoons before everyone grew up and got busy.

So, before I start crying and smear my mascara, here is the recipe.

I don’t let myself splurge or indulge in sweet treats very often. And, I try really hard to stick to a diet that’s low in sugar and includes real, healthy ingredients. 

Nostalgia Retro Frother and Hot Chocolate Maker and Dispenser, 32 Oz, for Coffees, Lattes, Cappuccinos, Red

Check price on Amazon

This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.

I’m far from an extremist and I think that the holidays are a good time to relax a little bit and indulge in some memories. This back to basics hot chocolate maker is the best I’ve found.

One of my favorite ones is watching the kids jump in leaves in the backyard and then everyone coming in for hot chocolate. Enjoy jumping in those leaves while the kids are still young.

More old fashioned recipes

• Easy chili in the crockpot
• Make your own sports drinks
• Hot spiced cranberry cider

Continue to Content

Yield: 2

Homemade Hot Chocolate Like Grandma Made

Print

Looking for homemade hot chocolate like Grandma made? Try this easy old fashioned hot chocolate that will bring back nostalgic memories of yesterday.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 cups of milk (not low fat, not skin)
• 8 tbs cocoa powder (not Quik)
• 2 tbsp real maple syrup
• 2 tbsp white sugar
• Real whipped cream (not CoolWhip)
• Piece of chocolate candy bar
• Warmed up hot fudge sauce

Instructions

1. Warm the milk in a pan over medium heat but do not let it boil.
2. Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and sugar.
3. Whisk until it's well blended.
4. Pour into a cup and top with real whipped cream.
5. Drizzle hot fudge sauce over the top and sprinkle with shavings of a chocolate bar.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

3

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 306Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 3gSugar: 35gProtein: 12g

Did you make this recipe?

If you make this, tag me on Instagram so I can see @ellenblogs

Ellen Christian

Ellen is a busy mom of a 24-year-old son and 29-year-old daughter. She owns six blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes that it doesn’t have to be difficult to lead a healthy life. She shares simple healthy living tips to show busy women how to lead fulfilling lives. If you’d like to work together, email info@confessionsofanover-workedmom.com to chat.