You might think hot chocolate is simple and plain, but there are many gourmet hot chocolate recipe ideas you can work with to give this classic warm drink a twist.
Although we love our basic marshmallows on top of it, there are other versions of hot chocolate from different parts of the world that could give you a nice kick to this classic drink. Here are some delicious hot chocolate recipes you can try.
Aztec Gourmet Hot Chocolate Recipe
If you like a spicy hot chocolate recipe, then check out this old school Aztec recipe.
Cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and bitter dark chocolate are what made this drink the “food of the gods” back in the old days, but the puffy marshmallows are what make it taste even in modern times.
Eggnog Mexican Chocolate
Want a unique recipe for Mexican hot chocolate? Mixing together eggnog and hot chocolate may not be everyone’s cup of cocoa, but if you’re willing to give two of the holiday season’s favorite drinks a whirl, you might be pleasantly surprised at how well these two drinks blend together.
But, who knows, maybe it’s actually biscotti biscuit that makes it taste so good!
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Hot Choco-Colada
This cocoa-nutty delight borrows almost every single ingredient from its cool summer cousin, the pina colada.
But, this version will leave your belly all warm and fuzzy with the addition of both hot chocolate and spiced rum. And yes, there actually is pineapple juice in this unusual after-dinner drink!
Get the full recipe on this blog here.
Black Cherry Bourbon Hot Chocolate
Are you tired of pouring Irish cream, peppermint schnapps, or whipped vodka into your nightly cuppa choco? Then go rogue with this black cherry bourbon blend!
Get the full spiked hot chocolate recipe on this blog here.
Gingerbread Hot Cocoa
Run, run, run as fast as you can! You don’t want to miss out on drinking this cinnamon, allspice, and sea salt-infused cocoa with the gingerbread man!
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Raspberry Hot White Chocolate
Even though this looks more like a frozen milkshake instead of the hot chocolate we’re used to, it’s definitely hot enough to melt the socks off the Wicked Witch of the West!
It’s actually the raspberry puree in this fresh and fruity concoction that makes this look so deceiving.
Get the full recipe on this blog here.
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
Starbucks smarbucks! Who needs an overpriced coffee shop with long lines, when you can cozy up with this salted caramel treat while wearing your jammies.
Get the full recipe on this blog here.
Snowman Soup
If you’re one of those people who love the classic hot cocoa with marshmallows, then you won’t believe how many different ones are in this recipe!
You’ll never go back to chicken noodle after you dig into this intensely fun marshmallow cream + candy + cocoa “soup.”
Get the full recipe here.
Fluffernutter Hot Chocolate
This dessert drink takes its inspiration from the classic peanut butter and marshmallow cream sandwich that you may remember from your childhood.
But, the fluffed marshmallow vodka, whipped cream, and salty peanuts give this version a grown-up twist!
Get the recipe on this blog here.
French Hot Chocolate
The same people that brought us French food, wine, and the language of love also invented one of the most mouth-watering drinks on the planet!
This recipe for french hot chocolate might become one of your favorites once you’ve tried it!
Don’t let the simplicity of the ingredients (whole milk, heavy cream, powdered sugar, dark chocolate, and whipped cream) in this hot chocolate fool you. The French conquered the culinary world for a reason.
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Vanilla Mocha Hot Chocolate
Coffee lovers unite! If you want the best of both worlds, this blend of instant coffee, decadent dark chocolate, real maple syrup, and a pinch of flaky salt will leave you milk frothing at the mouth.
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Vegan Chai Hot Chocolate
Some of the tastiest hot chocolate recipes out there, including the ones on this list, have dairy.
That’s a total bummer if you’re vegan, but you’ll be glad to know that no animals will be harmed if you satisfy your sweet tooth with this chai hot chocolate recipe.
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Tahini Hot Chocolate
If you don’t know what tahini is, it’s a ground sesame seed paste that’s used to make both hummus and halva.
It sounds nuts to put it in a dessert drink, but you’d be surprised that it can make one creamy hot chocolate recipe. The thick, creamy texture it imparts may be what hot chocolate has been missing all this time!
Get the recipe on this blog here.
Takeaway
Go ahead and try any gourmet hot chocolate recipe above and tell us which one you liked best. We assure you these are all great treats that will give you some sweet warmth through the winter!
Source: Buzzfeed, Country Living