Ultimate Creamy Boozy Hot Chocolate with Bourbon
Make this rich and creamy boozy hot chocolate using bourbon for a decadent, warm winter cocktail perfect for cozy evenings or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert Cocktail
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup bourbon (or Baileys Irish Cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for topping
Instructions
- Combine the milk, heavy cream, chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk the mixture constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and hot. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the bourbon and vanilla extract.
- Taste the mixture and add a little more sugar if you prefer it sweeter.
- Pour the boozy hot chocolate into mugs.
- Top each serving with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.
Notes
- For a Baileys Irish Cream hot chocolate, substitute the bourbon with 1/2 cup of Baileys.
- If you want a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
- Set up a hot chocolate bar with toppings like marshmallows, cinnamon sticks, and different liqueurs for guests.
- This recipe makes a great after dinner chocolate cocktail.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 45
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 100
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