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Oh my goodness! This hot chocolate is incredible! I will never<\/em> drink that packaged stuff again! And this was super easy to prepare. I'm in heaven right now!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SharonWaldrop"},"reviewBody":"My daughter often asks me to make this special beverage for her. Been following this recipe for many years.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"beakiebean"},"reviewBody":"We upped the chocolate and sugar a bit to make it a little more chocolaty. This is always a hit and so easy to make. The kids love it. I'm a big fan of a little dash of cinnamon in my cup. Definitely our go to hot chocolate recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Aug-95"},"reviewBody":"Much better than store bought! The melted marshmallows added a lot and it looked pretty since it was so fluffy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MrsOwens"},"reviewBody":"A really good hot chocolate that is a snap to make. I did alter it a tiny bit. I added a about 2tsp more cocoa powder and a pinch of salt to cut the sweetness and enhance the flavors. Everyone was very pleased with it during our arctic blast!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"vbange"},"reviewBody":"Our family has enjoyed this recipe for over 10 years. It's become a tradition at Christmas while we watch our favorite Christmas special on TV.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"taabushman"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was just what I was looking for to make my kids one snowy cold night! 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This was a big hit!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"homie-ec"},"reviewBody":"made this in school for home ec and it turned out great my teacher added whipped cream (spray able), added crushed peppermint , and finally added a candy cane (peppermint) and it was AWESOME i highly recommend it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"HeatherHH"},"reviewBody":"The initial fluffiness on the top of this hot drink was neat. But, the drink really didn't have much taste to it. Even adding 2 tsp of cocoa as some reviews mentioned, it still was rather bland.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"FACSteacher"},"reviewBody":"Having this right now and it is delicious! I've tried other recipes but like this one the best so far. The melted marshmallows provide a nice little foam on the top that makes you lick it off your lips while enjoying the chocolaty warmth!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"god'slillgirl"},"reviewBody":"I LOVE THIS HOT CHOCOLATE!!! it is so easy to make & it tastes soooo good =D My favorite hot chocolate recipe for sure!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"AmyE007"},"reviewBody":"This was creamy delicious....I would agree that the melted marshmallows are a hit in this recipe. I would also agree to add more cocoa next time as the chocolate flavor was mild. I did use an off brand cocoa so that may be the reason.*** I just made this again and added two extra teaspoons of cocoa....perfect now. If I continue to use off brand cocoa I will use 6 teaspoons of cocoa. A top shelf cocoa, I will stick to 4 until I know the flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Cookiequeen27"},"reviewBody":"My family loved this recipe! The marshmallows are the star ingredient in this recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Snurple12"},"reviewBody":"This was amazing! Great tasting and I can't bring myself to drink regular store bought coca ever again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BrownieQueen2"},"reviewBody":"I love hot chocolate from scratch. This is a great basic recipe that you can easily commit to memory. I am used to adding a little sugar & cocoa until it tastes right - these measurements make it simpler.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"marrisa_s"},"reviewBody":"Waaaay better than the packaged cocoa mix!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-10-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"33ford"},"reviewBody":"Was very good. I added more cocoa too,1\/2 tsp at time. My marshmallows didn't melt. I think to old. 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