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Start by pouring four cups of your chosen milk into a pot over medium heat. Next, add three tablespoons of either cacao powder or cocoa powder. Whisk these ingredients together as the milk warms, ensuring the cocoa powder is fully dissolved.
Step 2: Sweeten Your Mix
Sweetness is crucial, but moderation is key. While many recipes call for up to half a cup of sugar, this recipe suggests only two tablespoons of maple syrup or honey, allowing the natural sweetness of the chocolate to shine through.
Step 3: Heat and Whisk
Continue to whisk until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated, and keep an eye on the pot to avoid boiling over. As the mixture reaches a low simmer, it will froth slightly, which is perfectly fine.