Homemade Hot Chocolate

Pour cocoa and sugar into a saucepan and add the hot water.

Stir until ingredients are blended together.

Bring mixture to a boil. Boil over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Reduce heat and add milk, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Do NOT boil.

Remove from heat and stir well

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and candy canes, if desired.