Chocahol

Indulge in pure chocolate decadence with "Chocahol," a luxurious hot chocolate recipe that's guaranteed to delight your taste buds and warm your soul. Made with rich dark chocolate (70% or higher), creamy whole milk, and a touch of heavy cream, this velvety drink is sweetened with just the right amount of sugar and enhanced with the deep flavors of cocoa powder and vanilla. For an adult twist, add a splash of dark rum or coffee liqueur to elevate your sipping experience. In just 15 minutes, you can create this irresistibly smooth and creamy beverage, perfect for cozy nights or a decadent after-dinner treat. Finish it off with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for a showstopping presentation. A must-try for chocolate lovers, this recipe is your ultimate guide to crafting the perfect gourmet hot chocolate at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 100 grams dark chocolate (at least 70%)
• 500 milliliters whole milk
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 30 milliliters dark rum or coffee liqueur (optional)
• 0 as desired whipped cream (optional, for topping)
• 0 as desired chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is warm and the sugar has dissolved. Do not let it boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dark chocolate. Whisk continuously until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract and, if desired, the dark rum or coffee liqueur. Continue to heat the mixture gently for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring it remains warm but does not boil.

Step 5

Divide the Chocahol between two mugs. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your decadent, chocolatey treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(800.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1477.7

Total Fat 97.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 171.9mg	0%
Sodium 252.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 77.6g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 226.9IU	0%
Calcium 721.0mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1551.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 29.1%