Description
Create the ultimate decadent boozy hot chocolate using rich dark chocolate, creamy milk, and a perfect pairing of Bourbon and Bailey’s Irish Cream. This recipe is ideal for warming up cold winter nights or serving at holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Whole Milk
- 4 ounces Dark Chocolate (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1.5 ounces Bourbon
- 1.5 ounces Bailey’s Irish Cream
- Whipped Cream and Chocolate Shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine milk, chopped dark chocolate, sugar, salt, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth. Do not let it boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and allow the hot chocolate to simmer gently for 2 minutes, continuing to whisk.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the Bourbon and Bailey’s Irish Cream until fully incorporated.
- Pour the boozy hot chocolate into mugs.
- Top generously with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings before serving immediately.
Notes
- For an extra rich flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate (60-70% cacao).
- You can substitute the Bourbon with dark rum or Kahlua for different flavor profiles.
- If you prefer a thicker drink, whisk in 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of cold milk before heating.
- This recipe is perfect for setting up a festive Hot Chocolate Bar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert Drink
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American (with Italian influence)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: Estimate 450-550 (highly dependent on alcohol/cream)
- Sugar: Estimate 35g
- Sodium: Estimate 150mg
- Fat: Estimate 25g
- Saturated Fat: Estimate 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: Estimate 10g
- Trans Fat: Estimate <1g
- Carbohydrates: Estimate 40g
- Fiber: Estimate 4g
- Protein: Estimate 8g
- Cholesterol: Estimate 40mg