Hot Chocolate Recipe Let it boil for a few minutes and observe what happens.

Ingredients:
- 2 cups of milk
- 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the cocoa powder and sugar together.
3. Slowly whisk the cocoa powder mixture into the hot milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
4. Continue to heat the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a gentle boil.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
7. Enjoy your delicious hot chocolate!

Hot Chocolate Recipe:

Ingredients:

- 2 cups milk
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine the milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt over medium heat.
2. Stir constantly until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

Observations:

As the hot chocolate simmers, the following changes may occur:

- Creamy texture: The cocoa powder and milk will emulsify, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
- Rich color: The cocoa powder will darken the milk and give the hot chocolate its characteristic deep brown color.
- Frothy surface: As the mixture boils, air bubbles will form and rise to the surface, creating a frothy layer.
- Thicker consistency: The longer the hot chocolate simmers, the more water will evaporate, resulting in a thicker consistency.
- Enhanced flavor: Simmering allows the flavors of the cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla extract (if used) to blend and deepen.