How to Make Hot Cocoa in the Microwave

Hot cocoa is a delicious drink that warms you right up. It is easy to make in the microwave.

Ingredients

• one cup of skim milk
• two teaspoons plain cocoa powder
• one tablespoon of granulated sugar
• marshmallows, mints, ice cream, whipped cream or other topping (optional)

Steps

1. Pour the milk into a microwavable cup or mug. 

2. Microwave for about 30 seconds.

3. Add the cocoa and stir, until there are no lumps.

4. Add the sugar and stir, until there are no lumps.  

5. Microwave for about 45 seconds or until it reaches the desired drinking temperature.  

6. Add the toppings of your choice, if you wish.  

Tips

• Add more or less sugar to your preferred taste

Warnings

• Don't microwave marshmallows as they will explode.
• Make sure the mug is microwavable safe.