39 Hot Chocolate Recipes to Warm Your Heart
What could possibly be cozier than curling up on a sofa with a hot mug of velvety hot chocolate or cocoa? It’s like a heartfelt embrace for the spirit. The decadent sweetness of the chocolate and the fluffy dollop of whipped cream on top have the magical ability to transform any frown into a smile. And on those frosty days when you venture out in the cold, why not pamper yourself with one of the following easy hot chocolate recipes?
Boozy Salted Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
This boozy salted peanut butter hot chocolate has to be one of the prettiest hot drinks I’ve ever made. Where are my hot chocolate fans!?! Who can resist a steaming mug of hot chocolate decorated with fluffy whipped cream and sprinkles? Or marshmallows and fudge syrup? If you are looking for a Skrewball whiskey recipe, this spiked peanut butter hot cocoa is one to try. Hot chocolate and whiskey are a tasty combination in this hot peanut butter drink.
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Chocolate Chips Hot Chocolate
Silky, rich and creamy, a mug of this chocolate chips hot chocolate is the perfect warming drink for a chilly evening.
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Hot Chocolate Gift Kit
A homemade hot chocolate mix makes a wonderful gift. When the weather is chilly, everyone loves a mug of hot chocolate or hot cocoa, preferably with extras like mini marshmallows and a miniature bottle of something warming to make it extra-special! This homemade hot cocoa gift is so easy to make. You might like to make a batch of them for friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, or anyone you feel deserves a special treat this Christmas.
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How To Make Creamy Cinnamon Vanilla Hot Chocolate
Dress up your usual hot chocolate with a splash of French vanilla syrup and cinnamon
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Creamy Brazilian Hot Cocoa
This Brazilian Hot Cocoa, made with sweet condensed milk and pure cocoa powder, is the thickest, creamiest, and most irresistible hot cocoa ever! It’s an easy 4-ingredient recipe that results in a chocolate-sipping experience unlike any other.
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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
Homemade Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is so decadent! Homemade hot chocolate is infused with vanilla salted caramel sauce, topped with vanilla whipped cream, and drizzled with extra caramel sauce.
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Creamy Dulce De Leche Hot Chocolate Recipe
This Creamy Dulce de Leche hot chocolate is your go to drink this winter! It’s rich, creamy and delicious!
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Butterscotch Schnapps Spiked Hot Chocolate
Butterscotch Schnapps Spiked Hot Chocolate is a delicious combination that turns an ordinary hot chocolate into something extraordinary for adult gatherings when the weather is chilly.
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Heaven In A Mug: The Best Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
This salted caramel hot chocolate recipe is a cozy, sweet fall and winter treat that’s the perfect blend of rich flavors with a hint of salt.
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Crockpot Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Learn how to make creamy crockpot peppermint hot chocolate with only six ingredients and just five minutes of prep! Perfect for potlucks and holiday entertaining season.
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The Best Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate
The best cookie butter hot chocolate is creamy, comforting, and sweet. Learn how to make it in under 10 minutes with just a few ingredients!
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Best Italian Hot Chocolate
Creamy and thick Italian hot chocolate is one of the best and easiest Italian desserts out there. Cioccolata calda, as we call it in italy, is a creamy and luxuriously rich chocolate drink with pudding-like consistency.
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Dark Hot Chocolate With Amaretto
This rich dark hot chocolate with amaretto is the best creamy spiked alcoholic hot chocolate. Milk, dark chocolate, sugar and vanilla melted together. A shot of amaretto mixed in, topped with whipped cream, sliced almonds and chocolate sauce.
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Gingerbread Hot Cocoa
It’s a healthy version of hot chocolate with a more festive flavor. Ready in 5-7 minutes, perfect for Christmas (kids and adults alike).
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Peppermint Mexican Hot Chocolate
This warm and cozy drink is inspired by Mexican hot chocolate, but instead of it being steeped in canela (cinnamon) it is steeped in fresh yerba buena (mint).
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Alote de Chocolate
Atole de Chocolate (or Mexican Chocolate Atole) is a warm and rich Mexican drink. A satisfying and yummy wintertime staple perfect for chilly nights.
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Mexican Hot Chocolate
Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate! Thick, creamy hot chocolate lightly spiced with cayenne and cinnamon.
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Slow Cooker Strawberry Hot Chocolate
This Slow cooker Strawberry Hot Chocolate is the perfect combination of two of our favorite things, strawberry syrup, and white chocolate. It has a rich and creamy texture that will warm you up on those cold winter days.
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Cinnamon Hot Chocolate {Made On The Stovetop}
Cinnamon Hot Chocolate is a cozy and sweet warm winter drink with its creamy blend of cinnamon and chocolate.
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Super Chocolately Hot Chocolate Mix And Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Mix
A decadent, creamy, thick hot chocolate is the counterpoint to any cold wintry night (or day). Make your own delicious hot chocolate at home (and save money at the coffee shop) with this super chocolatey Hot Chocolate Mix. You can also turn it into a Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Mix and use it as the perfect starting point for some fun Halloween drinks! They make excellent holiday season gifts too!
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Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe
Delicious peanut butter hot chocolate that is super simple to make. The most satisfying hot chocolate to enjoy on a cold day!
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Polar Express Hot Chocolate Recipe
This Polar Express Hot Chocolate Recipe is super rich and creamy, and is the ultimate cozy weather treat. It’s easy to make in the slow cooker and is perfect for your next Christmas movie night!
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Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate Recipe
This pumpkin hot chocolate recipe features real pumpkin puree, smooth and creamy white chocolate, and warm fall spices. Use the stovetop or slow cooker! Be sure to top it off with homemade pumpkin spice whipped cream or your other favorite hot cocoa toppings.
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Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate
Easy crock pot hot chocolate recipe! This simple slow cooker hot chocolate is made with milk, sugar, chocolate chips, and more!
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Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate
A creamy and cosy cup of Starbucks Pepper Hot Chocolate is the perfect copycat recipe for cold winter days. The velvety chocolate is the perfect Christmas morning drink!
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Frangelico Hot Chocolate Affogato
A rich and decadent Hot Chocolate Affogato made with Frangelico hazelnut liqueur and vanilla ice cream. Using our Italian hot chocolate recipe it’s thick and silky smooth with a boozy kick. A delicious festive treat for a chilly evening.
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Stovetop Hot Chocolate
Make this easy Stovetop Hot Chocolate any time you’re craving a cup of rich, creamy comfort. This homemade hot chocolate recipe takes less than five minutes to make and is so much tastier than the packets!
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Super Simple Pink Hot Chocolate
This quick and easy Pink hot chocolate is the perfect treat when you want something to celebrate! It is easy to make and is creamy and super delicious! With just a few simple ingredients you will have this perfect treat.
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Polar Bear Marshmallows
These adorable polar bear marshmallows will sweeten your next mug of hot cocoa! They are so fun to make with the kids too!
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The Best Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
This pumpkin spice hot chocolate is a cozy and comforting seasonal drink and perfect to enjoy as the weather gets colder with its aromatic warming spices.
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Boozy Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Winter means cold temperatures, and cold temperatures call for warm drinks. A mug of rich and delicious Boozy Peppermint Hot Chocolate will keep you warm and toasty all winter long!
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Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Cocoa
Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Cocoa makes a rich chocolaty sweet and spicy drink that warms you from the inside out. It’s the one thing that makes me look forward to snowy days!
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Hot Chocolate Floats
These Hot Chocolate Floats are the perfect treat to make during the holiday season. This recipe combines two of our favorite things, hot chocolate and ice cream, for a sweet, frothy dessert the whole family will love.
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Crock-Pot Vegan Hot Chocolate
Vegan hot chocolate is a fast and easy non-dairy drink for people who love chocolate but choose a vegan diet or have lactose intolerance. Using a slow cooker, you can make this treat for a crowd or just for yourself.
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Thick Hot Chocolate
When it’s freezing outside, cozy up with a cup of rich and velvety Thick Hot Chocolate made with only 2 ingredients including real chocolate (not cocoa powder). Also known as Italian Hot Chocolate, this hot chocolate for one can easily be multiplied to make several servings.
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Hot Chocolate Spoons
Each of these hot chocolate spoons are made with real chocolate and fun, tasty toppings like sprinkles, candies and mini marshmallows for an extra celebratory flair.
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White Chocolate Mint Hot Cocoa Bombs Recipe + Printable Labels
This easy-to-make cold-weather drink is a perfect gift for any holiday. These White Chocolate Mint Hot Cocoa Bombs are decadent, delicious, and a fun way to spruce up your favorite wintertime drink.
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Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Put down the packaged cocoa mix and warm up with Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate from scratch topped with homemade peanut butter whipped cream and chopped peanut butter cups.
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The Best Hot Chocolate
The Best Hot Chocolate uses high quality chocolate and is perfect for cold winter days. The whole family will enjoy this!
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