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Spiked Hot Chocolate

Published: Dec 21, 2020 by Allison · 3 Comments

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This sweet and creamy Spiked Hot Chocolate is the adult version of a childhood favorite!

Mug of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

Hello, hello. It’s time to cuddle up with a mug of Spiked Hot Chocolate. It’s warm, sweet, and creamy, and when topped with a dollop of whipped cream it is basically heaven in a mug. Treat yourself!

How to make spiked hot chocolate

  • Step 1: Make hot chocolate (it’s so easy). Heat milk, sugar, and cocoa powder on the stovetop. Stir in chocolate chips (give them a few minutes to melt), add a splash of vanilla.
  • Step 2: Spike it! Once you have your hot chocolate prepared, add the alcohol. I like Baileys Irish Cream and I use about ¼ cup per 1 cup serving of hot chocolate. Prefer a different type of alcohol? See below for more options.

Hot chocolate and chopped chocolate chips in a saucepan

What type alcohol to use

You can really use any alcohol that you like, obviously something that pairs well with chocolate. Here are some of our favorites:

  • Baileys Irish Cream (regular or flavored)
  • Kahlua
  • Vanilla vodka
  • Chocolate liqueur
  • White chocolate liqueur
  • Coffee liqueur

Toppings for spiked hot chocolate

  • Marshmallows
  • Whipped cream
  • Finely chopped chocolate
  • Crushed peppermint candies/candy canes
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Caramel sauce
  • Cinnamon stick

Mug of hot chocolate topped with mini marshmallows

Larger quantities

The recipe below makes 2 servings. You can easily double or triple it as needed. If you need Spiked Hot Chocolate for a crowd, I recommend making my Crock Pot Hot Chocolate, and adding between 1-2 cups of alcohol. Start with the smaller amount, taste it, and increase as necessary.

More hot chocolate recipes

 White Hot Chocolate
Classic Homemade Hot Chocolate
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Crock Pot Hot Chocolate
Nutella Hot Chocolate

Mug of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

Spiked Hot Chocolate

This sweet and creamy Spiked Hot Chocolate is the adult version of a childhood favorite!
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 422kcal
Author: Allison - Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk, preferably whole milk or 2%
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar
  • ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ to ½ cup Baileys Irish cream*, more or less to taste

Instructions

  • Place milk, cocoa powder, and sugar in a saucepan set over medium heat. Whisk frequently until the cocoa powder and sugar have dissolved, and the mixture is hot (but not boiling).
  • Add the chocolate chips and stir frequently until melted. Add vanilla and Baileys. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.

Notes

*You can use any of the following in place of Baileys Irish Cream:
  • Kahlua
  • Vanilla vodka
  • Chocolate liqueur
  • White chocolate liqueur
  • Coffee liqueur
Depending on how strong you like your drinks (or which alcohol you choose) I would recommend starting with a smaller amount, tasting it, and increasing the alcohol as desired. 

Nutrition

Calories: 422kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 32g | Calcium: 324mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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Comments

  1. Rose

    April 22, 2018 at 3:24 pm

    5 stars
    The best way to drink hot chocolate!

    Reply
  2. Julianne

    December 22, 2020 at 4:52 pm

    5 stars
    What a treat! We absolutely loved it.

    Reply
    • Allison

      December 22, 2020 at 4:56 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

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