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Festive hot chocolate 4 ways

December 25, 2018 by Alida Ryder 8 Comments

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Silky, luscious hot chocolate is the perfect festive treat for the holidays.Ā And what’s better than one type of hot chocolate? FOUR! Including the most delectable frozen version.

 

 

Festive hot chocolate 4 ways

I know that for those of you living in the Northern Hemisphere, hot chocolate (or cocoa) is synonymous with Christmas. But to be honest, here in South Africa there’s nothing I want less than hot chocolate on a hot Summer’s day during the festive season. However, I am always so envious of your holidays with the fires roaring and snuggling under fluffy blankets with cups of hot chocolate so I lived vicariously through you and created my four ultimate hot chocolates.

Classic hot chocolate

How do you make your own hot chocolate?

The first being the proper classic HC. I make my mine with full cream (whole) milk but you could use any milk you want. The addition of salt might throw you off but believe me, salt makes anything chocolate taste infinitely more chocolatey so I believe it’s a non-negotiable. However, if it really isn’t for you, then please feel free to omit it. I use a combination of milk chocolate and a really good quality cocoa powder to create that depth of flavour. I don’t like very dark hot chocolates as I want some of that milky comfort too.

Frozen hot chocolate

I created this frozen version for us folk in the Southern Hemisphere. Completely selfish but oh-so-good. This is like hot chocolate meets a milkshake on crack. It was so good, I might have gone back for another one. Don’t judge me.

Grown-up hot chocolate

The grown-up version is for those days that you just need a little something extra. The beauty is, no-one will even know yours is a little spiked. I used chocolate liqueur to amp up the chocolatiness but Kahlua, Frangelico or even good old brandy would do just as well.

Spiced hot chocolate

This spiced version is like a chai latte and hot chocolate had a baby. And that baby is delicious you guys. So warming and comforting and just perfect for a cold day. Yum!

Festive hot chocolate 4 ways

Festive hot chocolate 4 ways

Silky, luscious hot chocolate is the perfect festive treat for the holidays. Here are 4 recipes to suit every palate including a delectable frozen version.
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Course: Christmas, Drinks, Festive, Hot chocolate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 cups
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

Classic

  • 4 cups milk
  • 200 g milk chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons good quality unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • pinch of salt
  • whipped cream for serving

Frozen

  • classic hot chocolate
  • vanilla ice cream
  • whipped cream

Grown-up

  • classic hot chocolate
  • 1 to t alcohol of your choice per serving
  • whipped cream for serving
  • cocoa powder/chocolate shavings for serving

Spiced

  • classic hot chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Whipped cream for serving
  • sprinkles

Instructions

  • To make the classic hot chocolate, combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and allow to come to a gently simmer.
  • Stir to melt the chocolate and dissolve the sugar.
  • Serve topped with whipped cream.
  • For the frozen, combine the classic  with vanilla ice cream and blend until smooth. Pour into glassed then top with whipped cream and sprinkles.
  • For the grown-up, add the alcohol of your choice to the classic. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and cocoa powder/chocolate shavings.
  • For the spiced, add the spices to the classic while it is simmering. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.

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  1. Camilla

    December 10, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    I love to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to my hot cocoa. Your spiced version looks delicious.

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    • Alida Ryder

      December 10, 2016 at 1:38 PM

      Yum! I love a good spicy hot chocolate!

      Reply
  2. Leslie

    December 10, 2016 at 12:46 PM

    That iced hot chocolate looks like the perfect summer treat!

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    • Alida Ryder

      December 10, 2016 at 1:38 PM

      It is SO perfect for hot days. šŸ˜‰

      Reply
  3. Jenni

    December 10, 2016 at 12:45 PM

    There is Nothing better than a cup of hot chocolate on a cold day.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      December 10, 2016 at 1:41 PM

      Absolutely nothing! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Mary Ann @ thebeachhousekitchen

    December 9, 2016 at 9:29 PM

    Perfect recipes for today Alida! It’s freezing here and there may be snow heading our way in a day or two!! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      December 10, 2016 at 1:41 PM

      Thanks Mary Ann. I’m so jealous of your snow!

      Reply

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