Sofia’s Yummy Treats
By Sofia I. Sanchez
Objective: To share quick recipes kids can make on their own with little to no adult supervision.
Requirements: A positive attitude, a desire to learn, and a HEALTHY appetite!
January, 2012 – Hot Cocoa
Happy New Year to all the COOL KIDS and Parents of AroundWellington.com!
One of my favorite things about the cold weather is preparing a nice cup of Hot Cocoa for my sister and me. There are many ways to prepare a delicious cup of Hot Cocoa. This is how my Abuela Maria taught me!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup instant nonfat dry milk – any brand
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Nestle Toll House Baking Cocoa
- 1 cup boiling water
- Whipped cream or miniature marshmallows
Directions:
Combine dry milk, sugar and cocoa in mug or cup; stir in boiling water with the help of an adult. Garnish with whipped cream or miniature marshmallows before serving.
You can also add ground cinnamon to dry ingredients and stir in 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract or use miniature rainbow marshmallows to add color and flavor for fun! Sometimes I add whipped creams AND marshmallows. HOT cocoa makes a great snack with graham crackers or doughnuts on day when it’s NOT!
Sofia I. Sanchez is seven years old. She aspires to be a future baker and bakery owner. She loves baking and cooking in her kitchen at home and invites other kids to do the same.