8 Next-Level Hot Chocolate Recipes
8 Next-Level Hot Chocolate Recipes
With the winter months quickly approaching, one of the best ways to get cozy at home is to make a comforting cup of hot chocolate. It’s a simple (and delicious!) way to treat yourself on any day.
Not that you needed an excuse to make hot chocolate on the regular when the temps are frigid but, just in case, we’ve provided some pretty irresistible hot cocoa ideas for you to try out. Find the inspiration you need to create fun, unique hot chocolate flavors at home using the amazing variety of powders available at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®.
Hot Chocolate Recipes to Try this Winter
Elevate traditional hot cocoa with the simple additions below. Warning - With these unique hot chocolate flavors, you may never go back to classic again!
Dutch Chocolate Hot Cocoa
For a hot cocoa with a deep, rich chocolate flavor, using Dutch chocolate is the way to go!
Ingredients:
· 1/3 cup Special Dutch Chocolate Powder
· Steamed milk (or hot water)
Directions:
· Add 1/3 cup Special Dutch Chocolate Powder to a 12-ounce mug.
· Fill cup with steamed milk (or hot water).
· Whisk and enjoy!
Red Velvet Hot Cocoa
If you love red velvet desserts, then you’ll love the rich flavor profile in this delectable beverage!
Ingredients:
· 1/3 cup Red Velvet Powder (Limited Edition)
· Steamed milk (or hot water)
Directions:
· Add 1/3 cup Red Velvet Powder to a 12-ounce mug.
· Fill cup with steamed milk (or hot water).
· Whisk and enjoy!
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
We can’t think of a better flavor combination for the winter months and winter holiday season than peppermint and chocolate. We love this classic duo in our desserts and enjoy it as a hot chocolate flavor too!
Ingredients:
· 1/3 cup Peppermint Chocolate Powder (Limited Edition)
· Steamed milk (or hot water)
Directions:
· Add 1/3 cup Peppermint Chocolate Powder to a 12-ounce mug.
· Fill cup with steamed milk (or hot water).
· Whisk and enjoy!
Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
Hazelnut lovers will be making this incredibly delicious hot chocolate recipe on repeat!
Ingredients:
· 1/3 cup Hazelnut Powder (Limited Edition)
· Steamed milk (or hot water)
Directions:
· Add 1/3 cup Hazelnut Powder to a 12-ounce mug.
· Fill cup with steamed milk (or hot water).
· Whisk and enjoy!
Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe Ideas
Some of us just love sipping frozen beverages throughout the year – no matter how cold it is outside! If that’s you, you’ll be grateful for the base ice blended hot chocolate recipe below. Use whichever The Coffee Bean® powder you’re in the mood for and enjoy a refreshing frozen hot chocolate.
Hot Cocoa Ice Blended® Drink (4 Flavor Variations)
Ingredients:
· 3 oz. chilled coffee
· 2 oz. nonfat milk
· 12 oz. ice
· 1/3 cup The Coffee Bean powder of choice (Special Dutch Chocolate Powder, Limited Edition Red Velvet Powder, Limited Edition Peppermint Chocolate Powder or Hazelnut Powder).
Directions:
· Brew coffee blend of your choice using your preferred brewing method (as a general rule, use 2 Tbsp. coffee per 6 oz. water for brewing).
· Chill coffee for at least 1 hour.
· Combine 3 oz. of chilled coffee with 2 oz. of nonfat milk.
· Fill a 12 oz. cup with ice, add the coffee/milk mixture and pour into a blender.
· Add 1/3 cup The Coffee Bean powder of choice and blend until smooth.
Whether you’ve been out and about doing some holiday shopping or participating in a fun, outdoor activity like ice skating, sledding or skiing, you’ll love ending your day by relaxing in your favorite chair at home, snuggled up with a cup of one of these hot (or iced!) chocolate recipes.
And if you’re wondering what things to add to hot chocolate to make it even more of a treat, we recommend mini marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies (or candy canes) – or any combination you fancy!
Stock up on The Coffee Bean powder now and be prepared to make these unique hot chocolate beverages all winter long
