Spiked Hot Chocolate

5 from 4 votes

This cozy Spiked Hot Chocolate is rich, creamy, and perfect for chilly nights. Made with real chocolate, warm milk, and a splash of walnut liqueur, it’s the ultimate boozy hot chocolate for winter gatherings or relaxing at home.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 576kcal

Author: Shauna

Ingredients

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 maple syrup

Instructions

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.

Notes

Melt the chocolate nice and slow. If you melt it too fast, it will become grainy.
Don't let the chocolate boil or you'll risk a burnt taste.

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