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Spiked Hot Chocolate

This spiked hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and thick. Made on the stovetop with milk chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, it’s sure to warm you up! Booze it up with chocolate liqueur, or keep it non-alcoholic, if preferred.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 oz. milk chocolate bar
  • 2 oz. Godiva chocolate liqueur
  • ½ oz. crème de cacao

Instructions

  • Add the sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, cinnamon (if using), and salt to a small saucepan.
    1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups whole milk, 1 pinch ground cinnamon, optional, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Grate the chocolate bar into the pan. It's best to grate the chocolate, rather than chopping it, because it will melt more easily and reduces the time it takes to heat the hot chocolate.
    2 oz. milk chocolate bar
  • Heat the pan over low-medium heat, gently whisking to incorporate the chocolate. Keep the temperature low enough so that the milk doesn't boil. Heat until the chocolate has melted and the hot chocolate has come to the desired temperature (suggested somewhere between 145℉-165℉).
  • Pour the mixture into 2 large mugs. Add 1 oz. chocolate liquor and ¼ oz. of crème de cacao to each mug and stir. If desired, the hot chocolate can be served without the added alcohol.
    2 oz. Godiva chocolate liqueur, ½ oz. crème de cacao
  • Drink as is or with toppings of your choice!

Notes

  • Serving size: Nutrition information is calculated for two 16 oz. servings which is a very generous amount. If desired, divide the mixture into four 8 oz. servings. In that case, it may be easier to add the alcohol to the pan, after you remove it from the heat, before pouring the spiked hot chocolate into individual mugs. 
  • Make a big batch: If desired, the recipe is easy to increase for serving to a larger group. To set up a hot chocolate bar, make a batch of hot chocolate (double or triple the recipe) in a slow cooker, keep it on warm and have everyone add their favorite liqueur. Be sure to check out my crockpot hot chocolate for more how-to's. 
  • Variation: If you prefer a more boozy flavor, try Irish cream (such as Bailey's) instead of the chocolate liqueur. You can add all three (chocolate liqueur, crème de cacao, and Irish cream) but the drink will be very strong.

Nutrition

Serving: 16oz. | Calories: 1049kcal | Carbohydrates: 154g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 1185mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 150g | Vitamin A: 925IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 872mg | Iron: 1mg

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