This spiked hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and thick. Made on the stovetop with milk chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, this drink is sure to warm you up! Booze it up with some chocolate liqueur, or keep it non-alcoholic if preferred.
Add the sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, cinnamon, and salt to a small saucepan.
Grate the chocolate bar over the pan so that the shavings fall in.
Heat the pan over low-medium heat, gently whisking to incorporate the chocolate. Once the chocolate has melted and the hot chocolate has come to your desired temperature (suggested somewhere between 145℉-165℉), pour the hot chocolate into two mugs.
Add 1 oz. chocolate liqueur and 1/4 oz. of creme de cacao to each mug and stir.
Drink as is or with the toppings of your choice!
Notes
Setting up a hot chocolate bar is easy entertaining! Make a batch of hot chocolate in a slow cooker, keep it on warm and have everyone add their favorite liqueur.
Add a little sprinkling of nutmeg with the cinnamon for a holiday flair.
To make it a little less sweet, swap heavy cream for the sweetened condensed milk and add granulated or powdered sugar, to taste.
Swap dark chocolate for the milk chocolate, if preferred.
Storage: Once cooled, you can keep leftover hot chocolate in the fridge for up to 5 days, sealed in an airtight container. Avoid storing hot chocolate that already has alcohol in it.
Reheating: Reheat the hot chocolate over medium-low heat on the stovetop. If you're just reheating a single cup, pop it in the microwave. Give it a good stir and then add desired booze.