Tennessee Hot Chocolate
Warm up your winter evenings with a mug of rich and indulgent Tennessee Hot Chocolate—where velvety dark chocolate meets the bold kick of Tennessee whiskey, creating a perfectly balanced treat for grown-ups. This decadent drink blends whole milk and heavy cream for a luxuriously creamy base, enhanced by bittersweet chocolate, a hint of cinnamon, and unsweetened cocoa for deep, warming flavors. Finished with a splash of vanilla and a generous pour of whiskey, this elevated hot chocolate is comforting yet sophisticated. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, and a dusting of cinnamon for a truly show-stopping presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes, this two-serving recipe is perfect for cozy nights, entertaining, or simply treating yourself to a touch of Southern-inspired indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 oz Bittersweet dark chocolate (chopped)
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Tennessee whiskey
- 0 optional, for topping Whipped cream
- 0 optional, for garnish Dark chocolate shavings
- 0 optional, for garnish Ground cinnamon
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warmed through but not boiling.
Step 2
Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk in the chopped dark chocolate, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon. Continue whisking until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and Tennessee whiskey.
Step 4
Taste the hot chocolate and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more sugar, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed.
Step 5
Divide the hot chocolate evenly between two mugs.
Step 6
Top with whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your Tennessee Hot Chocolate while warm!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (777.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1538.1 |
| Total Fat 97.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 183.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 257.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 132.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 107.4g | |
| Protein 23.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 217.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 714.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1554.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories