After trying this recipe for hot chocolate with chocolate chips, you may never want to go back to instant hot chocolate again. The rich, creamy flavor and indulgent chocolate chips make it a luxurious and satisfying drink that is sure to become a new favorite and easy to make.
Heat the milk and chocolate in a small saucepan over medium heat until the milk becomes steamy and bubbles form around the sides of the pan but don't allow it to boil.
Remove from the heat, add the sugar (if using) and salt (if using) and stir well until the chocolate is smooth and melted.