Ingredients
3 cups whole milk or a dairy-free alternative like coconut milk for a vegan option
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
3 ounces liquor of choice (options include amaretto, peppermint schnapps, raspberry liqueur, coffee liqueur, cream liqueur, cinnamon liqueur, caramel liqueur, brandy, rum, whiskey, bourbon, or flavored spirits)
1 cup heavy cream for whipped cream
2 tablespoons sugar for whipped cream
marshmallows
shaved chocolate
crushed candy canes
toffee bits
caramel or chocolate syrup
ground cinnamon
sea salt
pirouette cookies
Instructions
1-Pour 3 cups of milk into a medium saucepan to start your base.
2-Whisk in 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of sugar until everything is well combined, creating a smooth mixture.
3-Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking continuously, until it’s hot but not boiling, which helps keep the flavors intact.
4-Add 3 ounces of your chosen liquor to the hot cocoa, either directly in the saucepan or divided among individual mugs about 1.5 ounces per mug for two servings or 1 ounce per mug for three servings.
5-Stir gently and serve immediately to enjoy the warmth at its best.
6-Optionally, top with whipped cream and your preferred toppings for an extra touch of indulgence.
Last Step:
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🍬 Adjust sugar after heating to suit your preferred sweetness as liqueurs often add sweetness.
🥃 Different liquors will significantly change the flavor profile—experiment to find your favorite.
🍫 Add alcohol after dividing to accommodate non-drinkers or varying preferences in a group.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop heating
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (about 8-10 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 26 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 35 mg