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Spiked Hot Chocolate Cocktail Recipe

Spiked Hot Chocolate Cocktail Recipe
This Spiked Hot Chocolate Cocktail is a cozy winter drink made with real chocolate, cocoa powder, and your choice of liqueur or spirit. Rich, creamy, and easy to make, it’s the perfect warm cocktail for cold nights or festive gatherings.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 2 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large mugs
  • Ladle (optional, for serving)
  • Grater or zester (optional, for toppings)
  • Slow cooker (optional, for batch preparation)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups 2% milk or whole milk for extra creaminess
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional, for added richness
  • 1/4 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1-2 ounce rum
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and heavy cream. Warm until steaming, but do not boil.
  • Whisk in the chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Continue whisking until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Pour 1 oz of your chosen alcohol into each mug.
  • Ladle or pour the hot chocolate into each mug over the alcohol. Stir gently to combine.
  • Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or your favorite toppings.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings, cinnamon, or crushed peppermint candy if desired.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!