Spiked Hot Chocolate

Spiked Hot Chocolate is the ultimate grown-up comfort drink — rich, creamy, and irresistibly cozy. Classic homemade hot chocolate gets an adult twist with a splash of your favorite spirit, from smooth Baileys to bold bourbon. Perfect for sipping by the fire, sharing at holiday parties, or winding down after a snowy day, this indulgent drink is warm, velvety, and pure bliss in a mug.

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🥛 Spiked Hot Chocolate Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk (or any milk of choice)
• ½ cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 3 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ounces of your favorite liquor (see options below)
• Whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings, for garnish

🍫 Best Spirits for Spiked Hot Chocolate

Choose your favorite — or mix and match for fun variations:

• Baileys Irish Cream – for a smooth, creamy sweetness
• Peppermint Schnapps – for a festive minty twist
• Kahlúa – adds a rich coffee note
• Bourbon or Whiskey – for warmth and depth
• Dark Rum – adds caramel and spice flavors
• Amaretto – for a nutty, dessert-like finish

☕ How To Make Spiked Hot Chocolate

1. Warm the milk: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and sugar until smooth and steaming (do not boil).
2. Melt the chocolate: Add chopped chocolate and whisk until melted and creamy.
3. Add flavor: Stir in vanilla extract. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. Spike it: Stir in your choice of liquor.
5. Serve: Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.

💭Recipe Tips

• Don’t boil the milk: Keep it hot but not boiling to prevent scalding.
• Make it dairy-free: Use oat milk or coconut milk and skip the heavy cream.
• Double the batch: Perfect for holiday gatherings — just multiply ingredients.
• Add toppings: Try crushed candy canes, cinnamon sticks, or a drizzle of caramel.
• Make it non-alcoholic: Skip the liquor and add a splash of flavored syrup (peppermint, hazelnut, or vanilla).

🎂 What To Serve With Spiked Hot Chocolate?

Pair Spiked Hot Chocolate with cookies, brownies or chocolate-dipped biscotti for the ultimate cozy dessert moment. It also pairs beautifully with s’mores churros, or a slice of rich chocolate cake.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Spiked Hot Chocolate?

• Refrigerate: Store leftover hot chocolate (without alcohol) in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove before adding the liquor.
• Do not freeze: The texture and dairy components don’t freeze well.

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📊 Spiked Hot Chocolate Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 mug

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Total Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 90mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 28g
• Sugars: 22g
• Protein: 7g