Description
A comforting Kahlua Hot Chocolate that combines rich cocoa with the warmth of coffee liqueur, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy/milk alternative)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup Kahlúa (coffee liqueur)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or finely grated chocolate (for garnish)
- Optional: pinch of sea salt, ground cinnamon, orange peel, mini marshmallows, instant espresso powder, peppermint extract
Instructions
- Pour milk and cream into a medium saucepan and warm over medium heat until steaming (4-6 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and sugar, adding a pinch of salt if desired. Gradually whisk the mixture into the warm milk until fully dissolved.
- Remove from heat and stir in Kahlúa and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Return to low heat to warm through without boiling, stirring frequently.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa as needed. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add Kahlúa just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Kahlua, Hot Chocolate, Beverage, Cozy Drink, Winter Drink