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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Global Beverages » Kahlua Hot Chocolate

    Published: Nov 21, 2022 | Last Updated On: Nov 22, 2022 by Neha Mathur | This post may contain affiliate links. I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Kahlua Hot Chocolate

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    Kahlua Hot Chocolate is nothing but classic hot chocolate spiked with Kahlua. This rich and creamy drink comes together in under 15 minutes using simple ingredients (vegetarian, gluten-free).

    Here are more hot chocolate recipes that you may like – Espresso Hot Chocolate, Instant Pot Hot Chocolate, Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate, and Frozen Hot Chocolate.

    Kahlua hot chocolate served in a mug.
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    • About Kahlua Hot Chocolate
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Kahlua Hot Chocolate
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Suggestions
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    About Kahlua Hot Chocolate

    Kahlua Hot Chocolate is nothing but the classic hot chocolate spiked with Kahlua (coffee liquor). This Adult-Only drink is comforting, easy to make, and comes together in just 15 minutes from scratch.

    I prefer making hot chocolate from scratch rather than using a boxed mix as you can easily control the sweetness and chocolate level.

    You can whip up this rich and creamy drink to sip during cozy winter nights or evenings or enjoy it as a decadent dessert with some whipped cream or ice cream on top.

    This hot chocolate can be made on a stovetop, in an instant pot, or in a slow cooker. You can choose any method that you prefer.

    My hot chocolate with Kahlua recipe serves 2 people, but you can double or triple the recipe for a bigger crowd.

    Ingredients

    Kahlua hot chocolate ingredients 1
    Kahmua hot chocolate ingredients 2

    Milk – Whole milk (full-fat milk) is the best to make a rich and creamy hot chocolate. Having said that, you can also make it with skim, low-fat, or plant-based milk too.

    Kahlua – This is the star ingredient of this hot chocolate recipe. This liqueur has dark rum, sugar, and arabica coffee. It is dark brown in color and tastes like sweetened alcoholic coffee.

    Heavy Cream – It makes the drink very creamy.

    Brown Sugar – Adds a caramelized flavor and sweetness to the drink. You can substitute it with white sugar, maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free substitutes like stevia or monk fruit.

    Cocoa Powder – Unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder is my preferred choice to make hot chocolate and it gives the best results. In this recipe, I have used Hershey’s but you can use any brand that you like.

    Chocolate Chips – I prefer to use dark chocolate chips, but you can use semi-sweet chocolate chips too.

    Vanilla Extract – Use a good quality one.

    How To Make Kahlua Hot Chocolate

    Add 2 cups of whole milk, 2 tablespoon unsweetened heavy cream, ¼ cup of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoon unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder to a pan and mix well until combined.

    Milk, heavy cream, brown sugar and cocoa powder added to a pan.

    Cook on medium heat until the milk comes to a boil, stirring frequently to prevent scorching at the bottom of the pan.

    Mixed well.

    Once the milk comes to a boil, add ¼ cup of dark chocolate chips and cook until they dissolve and the hot chocolate is thick and creamy. Stir continuously while cooking.

    Adding chocolate chips to the pan.

    Finally, add ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 oz (60 ml) Kahlua and mix well.

    Adding vanilla extract to the pan.
    Adding kahlua to the pan.

    Pour the hot chocolate into serving mugs.

    Note – You can strain the hot chocolate through a fine mesh strainer if there are some fat globules on top.

    Garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, and a sprinkling of instant coffee powder or sprinkles, and serve immediately.

    Ready Kahlua hot chocolate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to make it in an instant pot?

    Add all the ingredients (except vanilla extract and Kahlua) to an instant pot and mix well to combine. Secure the lid and press PRESSURE COOK. Set the timer to 2 minutes at high pressure. When the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally. Then open the lid,

    How to make it in a slow cooker?

    Add all the ingredients (except vanilla extract and Kahlua) to a slow cooker and mix well to combine. Cook on low for 2 hours, stirring a few times in between. Stir in vanilla extract and Kahlua and serve.

    How to make it into a giftable option?

    Combine the dry ingredients and transfer them into a cute jar with a ribbon. In another small glass bottle, fill up the Kahlua. Your easy homemade DIY holiday gift is ready.

    Serving Suggestions

    This hot chocolate can be served right out of the pan, hot & steamy. Top it with whipped cream, ice cream, marshmallows, coffee powder or sprinkles.

    You can drizzle some chocolate sauce or caramel sauce on top of it too.

    It is also a great spiked beverage to serve for winter house parties or holiday evenings.

    Storage Suggestions

    Leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator.

    Reheat the hot chocolate in a pan over the stovetop or microwave, and top with your favorite toppings.

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    Kahlua Hot Chocolate is nothing but classic hot chocolate spiked with Kahlua. This rich and creamy drink comes together in under 15 minutes using simple ingredients (vegetarian, gluten-free).

    Kahlua Hot Chocolate Recipe

    Kahlua Hot Chocolate is nothing but classic hot chocolate spiked with Kahlua. This rich and creamy drink comes together in under 15 minutes using simple ingredients (vegetarian, gluten-free).
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    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: American, Continental
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 12 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 533kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 2 cups whole milk (full fat milk) (you can also use skim,-low fat, or plant-based milk)
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened heavy cream
    • ¼ cup brown sugar (or any other sweetner)
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
    • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
    • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 ounces Kahlua (60 ml)
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    Instructions

    • Add milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, and cocoa powder to a pan and mix well until combined.
    • Cook on medium heat until the milk comes to a boil, stirring frequently to prevent scorching at the bottom of the pan.
    • Once the milk comes to a boil, add chocolate chips and cook until they dissolve and the hot chocolate is thick and creamy. Stir continuously while cooking.
    • Finally, add vanilla extract, and Kahlua and mix well.
    • Pour the hot chocolate into serving mugs.
    • Note – You can strain the hot chocolate through a fine mesh strainer if there are some fat globules on top.
    • Garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, and a sprinkling of instant coffee powder or sprinkles, and serve immediately.

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNSw-FL9Y1s

    Notes

    My hot chocolate with Kahlua recipe serves 2 people, but you can double or triple the recipe for a bigger crowd.
    Whole milk (full-fat milk) is the best to make a rich and creamy hot chocolate. Having said that, you can also make it with skim, low-fat, or plant-based milk too.
    You can substitute brown sugar with white sugar, maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free substitutes like stevia or monk fruit.
    I prefer to use dark chocolate chips, but you can use semi-sweet chocolate chips too.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 618IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 407mg | Iron: 1mg
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