Spiked Hot Chocolate

Take the chill off with a mug of spiked hot chocolate that will have you feeling warm and fuzzy. Raise holiday spirits with this deliciously festive cocktail.

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Warm up with a mug of this festive cocktail. Spiked hot chocolate is a delicious boozy drink that will have you feeling warm and fuzzy. 

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Spiked Hot Chocolate

Take the chill off with this cozy winter drink that will warm you from the inside out. There are so many ways to enjoy hot chocolate, from frozen hot chocolate to hot chocolate stir sticks. 

If you’re looking for a cheery holiday drink to serve adults this holiday season, get ready to give three cheers for homemade spiked hot chocolate that is rich and creamy. Skip the store-bought hot cocoa mix, and make this easy and irresistible homemade hot chocolate that is ideal for spiking.

You can count on this seasonal drink to raise holiday spirits. Enjoy your spiked hot chocolate curled up on the couch in pajamas or as an after-dinner drink with friends. You can even pair it with a Christmas dessert recipe.  

Hot Chocolate Ingredients

• Milk - whole milk
  
• Cornstarch
  
• Chocolate chips - dark chocolate chips
  
• Chocolate chips - white chocolate chips
  
• North Forest Kreme™ Walnut Liqueur
  
• Heavy cream
  
• Sugar - confectioners sugar
  
• Maple syrup

When the weather gets colder, warm cocktails lead to warm smiles. This recipe makes two servings, perfect for a cozy night at home, but you can easily multiply for a larger holiday gathering. 

Add additional layers of flavor to your hot chocolate by adding in a few drops of vanilla extract, a dash of cinnamon, or a pinch of nutmeg. In addition to the North Forest Walnut Kreme, you could also try this homemade hot chocolate with their Peppermint Kreme or Pumpkin Kreme. 

What is hot chocolate without some toppings? Mini marshmallows or a swirl of whipped cream are classic hot chocolate toppings. You could also serve your spiked hot chocolate with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, some chocolate shavings, or crushed candy canes.

How to Make Spiked Hot Chocolate

FIRST STEP: In a medium saucepan, combine milk and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth.

SECOND STEP: Heat milk on medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to boil.

THIRD STEP: Remove from heat and stir in chocolate.

FOURTH STEP: Add North Forest Kreme™ Walnut Liqueur, or the flavor of your choice.

FIFTH STEP: In a small bowl, mix the heavy cream, North Forest Kreme™ Walnut Liqueur, confectioners sugar, and maple syrup. Whip until stiff peaks form.

SIXTH STEP: Top with maple whipped cream or marshmallows.

What toppings can I add to spiked hot chocolate? 

Serve your hot chocolate with mini marshmallows, a swirl of whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, some chocolate shavings, or crushed candy canes.

Can I use a different flavor of liqueur? 

In addition to the North Forest Walnut Kreme, you could also make this homemade hot chocolate with their Peppermint Kreme or Pumpkin Kreme flavors.  

How to Store Spiked Hot Chocolate 

Spiked hot chocolate should be enjoyed right away! 

Spiked Hot Chocolate

Take the chill off with a mug of spiked hot chocolate that will have you feeling warm and fuzzy. Raise holiday spirits with this deliciously festive cocktail.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 2 servings

Calories 576 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the Hot Chocolate

• ▢ 2 cups whole milk
• ▢ ½ teaspoon cornstarch
• ▢ ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
• ▢ ¼ cup white chocolate chips
• ▢ 2 ounces North Forest Kreme Walnut Liqueur

For the Whipped Cream

• ▢ ⅓ cup heavy cream
• ▢ 2 tablespoon North Forest Kreme Walnut Liqueur
• ▢ ½ teaspoon confectioners sugar
• ▢ ½ teaspoon mapple syrup

DIRECTIONS

 

• In a medium saucepan, combine milk and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth.
• Heat milk on medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to boil.
• Remove from heat and stir in chocolate.
• Add North Forest Kreme™ Walnut Liqueur, or the flavor of your choice.
• In a small bowl, mix the heavy cream, North Forest Kreme™ Walnut Liqueur, confectioners sugar, and maple syrup. Whip until stiff peaks form
• Top with maple whipped cream or marshmallows.

Nutrition

Calories: 576kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 610mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 988IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 439mg | Iron: 1mg

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