Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort drink with this boozy hot chocolate recipe. This rich and creamy beverage combines luscious chocolate with a splash of your favorite spirit, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and tempting sprinkles, each sip delivers warmth and joy—ideal for celebrating winter evenings or enjoying a quiet night by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup Baileys or Peppermint Schnapps
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and heavy cream. Heat until steaming but not boiling.
- Whisk in cocoa powder until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Stir in sugar to taste until fully incorporated.
- Remove from heat and add liqueur and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and add optional toppings like crushed peppermint or cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approximately 350ml)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg