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Viennese Hot Chocolate with Peppermint KAHLÚA

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Viennese Hot Chocolate with Peppermint KAHLÚA

 

For the past two days we’ve been in the middle of Winter Storm Jonas.   The blizzard buried us in a thick blanket of fluffy white sparkling snow with blistering winds and crazy cold temperatures.  I believe we have about 20+ inches but it’s hard to tell with the giant snow drifts.  Since it feels like we’re in the far reaches of the frozen north, Viennese Hot Chocolate spiked with Peppermint KAHLÚA was an absolute must … especially when there’s nowhere to go, and no way to get there.

 

 

Viennese Hot Chocolate with Peppermint KAHLÚA

Real-deal hot chocolate is made with milk, sugar and melted dark chocolate.  This warm and delicious treat is also spiked with Peppermint KAHLÚA then topped with soft whipped cream and shaved chocolate.  A satisfying dessert for the chocolate lover, and a special treat for those cold winter days!  Got kids?  Skip the Kahlua and enjoy straight hot chocolate – it’s all good!

 

Viennese Hot Chocolate with Peppermint KAHLÚA

I got a little carried away with the whipped cream, but there is plenty of warm chocolate underneath.  Simple to make and “lick your lips” delicious, be sure to give it a try before spring arrives!

Viennese Hot Chocolate

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 3 servings
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Author: Tricia
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Rich hot chocolate made with milk, sugar and good quality chocolate, spiked with peppermint Kahlua and topped with fresh whipped cream and shaved chocolate - a delicious winter treat!

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (good quality chocolate is best)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar, extra fine sugar if you have it
  • 2 tablespoons peppermint KAHLÚA, optional
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar
  • Shaved chocolate or a pinch of cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  • Warm milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the sugar and whisk until dissolved. Add half the chopped chocolate to the warm milk and whisk until melted. Add the remaining chocolate and again whisk occasionally until dissolved and well blended.
  • Remove from the heat and add the Kahlua if desired.
  • Pour the cream in a small cold mixing bowl. Stir in the vanilla. Beat on low until starting to thicken. Sift in the confectioners sugar and beat on high until soft peaks form.
  • Divide the hot chocolate into three cups and top each with a heaping spoonful of the whipped cream. Garnish with sifted cocoa or shaved chocolate. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

Nutrition

Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 795IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 5mg

 

Mocha

This is our old girl, Mocha.  She is actually our grand-dog but we received full custody when her mommy moved out and got married.  She is the sweetest girl in the world, truly the perfect Parson Russell Terrier.  She is our sweet Mo, a/k/a mochalicious, mocha-chino, mocha-roca and we love her!  What’s not to love with that face 🙂

Thanks so much for stopping by!  We hope you have a wonderful week 🙂

Tricia

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30 Comments

  5. Monica

    So.much.snow! So much snow, Tricia! Hope you are all well and warm right now.
    This Viennese hot chocolate is absolutely stunning…the pics are just gorgeous! Thank you for this wonderful imagery that’s giving me a boost and putting a smile on my face! How I wish we had this during the blizzard!

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  9. Susan

    Love the dollop of whipped cream ready to drop off the spoon! This would be a delicious special treat to make, especially during a snow storm. That is a LOT of snow! It looks like it’s right up to the hot chocolate outside the window. What a wonderful photo of your Mocha! She does have a sweet face.

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  15. Chris Scheuer

    I need this Tricia! We didn’t have nearly as much snow as you but nevertheless, we are totally housebound except for a few snowy walks. It looks fantastic and perfect for any kind of wintery weather!

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