One of my favorite family traditions is enjoying a cup of hot cocoa after playing outdoors in the winter. Mathew and Mike have embraced this tradition as well. I remember when we made Mathew’s first snow angel and snowman, and then came in to warm up. I suggested some hot cocoa, which intrigued Mathew, as he never had a cup before, and I rarely ever offered him traditional sweets. Instead of using a store bought mix, I found an easy recipe that contained the basic ingredients and nothing more. Simply put, it is delicious. Now, whenever we come in from playing outside in the cold, Mathew suggests that we make some hot cocoa, to which I immediately agree. He is now in charge of making it and has gotten very good as whisking the ingredients to a buttery consistency. So, if you’ve been outdoors in the cold and need to warm up, may I suggest a cup of hot cocoa?

Hot Cocoa Recipe (makes one cup)

• Mug full of milk
• 2 heaping teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons of pure cane sugar

Whisk together in saucepan over medium high heat until fully blended and heated to desired temperature.

That’s it! Now get into some warm dry, comfy, clothes, snuggle up and savor your hot cocoa.

Don’t you love family traditions too? What are yours? Please share and I will continue to share with you.