Optional additions: ground cinnamon or peppermint extract
Method
Add the milk to a small saucepan or pot and heat over medium-low heat.
Once the milk is warmed through, whisk in the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined and there are no lumps of cocoa powder.
Once the milk is warmed and everything is well combined, pour the hot chocolate into mugs and serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
Feel free to add an extra half tablespoon of cocoa powder if you like your hot cocoa extra chocolatey