Baileys Hot Chocolate
Baileys Hot Chocolate is a rich, creamy winter drink made with dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and Baileys Irish Cream. It’s a 5-minute cozy indulgence perfect for holidays, brunches, or relaxing winter nights.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 3 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 cup
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk (or half milk, half heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 oz dark or milk chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, to taste)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate syrup (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the milk until steaming but not boiling.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder and chopped chocolate until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Baileys Irish Cream.
- Taste the mixture and add sugar as needed, stirring to dissolve.
- Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- Do not let the milk boil to avoid scorching.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Whisk instead of stirring to prevent lumps.
- Baileys can be substituted with Baileys Almande for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 1240
- Sugar: 62g
- Sodium: 133mg
- Fat: 84g
- Saturated Fat: 50g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 90g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 122mg
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