Honey Cocoa

Jul 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

A creamy hot cocoa sweetened naturally with honey for a smooth, comforting drink. Made with unsweetened cocoa, sugar, whole milk, and a touch of honey.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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servings

2.0 tbsp (10.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
10.0 fl oz (300.0 ml)whole milk
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)honey

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Instructions

Combine unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and 2 fl oz (60 ml) of whole milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk the mixture continuously until smooth and no lumps remain.
Add the remaining 8 fl oz (240 ml) of whole milk and honey to the saucepan.
Heat the cocoa mixture to steaming (around 160°F / 71°C), stirring occasionally, but do not boil.
Pour the hot cocoa into a mug and serve immediately.

Tips

For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk. Warm the milk gently to avoid scorching the cocoa.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make honey cocoa?

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

Can I make honey 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 honey 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 creamy hot cocoa sweetened naturally with honey for a smooth, comforting drink. Made with unsweetened cocoa, sugar, whole milk, and a touch of honey.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

373 Calories / serving

11.6g Fat

63.1g Carbs

12.0g Protein

58.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~373 cal · 12g fat · 63g carbs · 12g protein · 58g sugar

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

Per serving · 373 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 38 min·7.6 mi
Swimming laps 52 min
Jogging 37 min·3.1 mi·~5900 steps
Stair climbing 34 min·~3050 steps
Dancing 61 min
Bodyweight circuit training 38 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 87 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.