Cherry Cocoa

Jul 27, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A smooth hot chocolate infused with cherry syrup for a fruity twist on classic cocoa.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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2.0 tbsp (15.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
10.0 fl oz (295.0 ml)whole milk
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)cherry syrup

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Instructions

Combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 fl oz (60 ml) of whole milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk continuously until smooth and combined.
Add the remaining 8 fl oz (235 ml) of milk and the cherry syrup.
Heat the mixture until steaming, but do not boil.
Pour into a mug and serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh cherry syrup or a high-quality store-bought syrup for a clean cherry flavor. Stir well while heating to prevent cocoa powder from clumping.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cherry cocoa?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cherry cocoa ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make cherry cocoa dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A smooth hot chocolate infused with cherry syrup for a fruity twist on classic cocoa.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

363 Calories / serving

12.1g Fat

60.3g Carbs

12.7g Protein

52.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~363 cal · 12g fat · 60g carbs · 13g protein · 53g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 363 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 49 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
Moderate cycling 37 min·7.4 mi
Swimming laps 51 min
Jogging 36 min·3.0 mi·~5750 steps
Stair climbing 34 min·~3050 steps
Dancing 59 min
Bodyweight circuit training 37 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 84 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.