Step #1 Measure water, cocoa, & sugar in glass measuring c or large mug.
Step #2 Microwave on high for 1-2 mins to make chocolate syrup.
Step #3 Stir in milk & vanilla & microwave until warm.
Step #4 Top with whipped cream & chocolate shavings.
Step #5 Variation: Snickers hot chocolate - stir in the 2 tsp caramel syrup & 2 tsp hazelnut syrup to the hot chocolate before topping with whipped cream.
Step #6 Caramel & Hazelnut syrups can usually be found in the coffee section of the grocery store.