Nigella Lawson Alcoholic Hot Chocolate
Indulge in pure decadence with Nigella Lawson's Alcoholic Hot Chocolate, a luxurious twist on the classic comfort drink. This irresistible recipe blends rich dark chocolate with creamy whole milk and heavy cream, creating an ultra-velvety base that's perfectly sweetened with a touch of caster sugar. Enhanced with a splash of dark rum or Baileys Irish Cream, this adult-friendly treat delivers a warming kick that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Infused with fragrant vanilla and topped with optional whipped cream and grated chocolate, every sip is a cozy, indulgent experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, this boozy hot chocolate serves two and makes the ultimate dessert-worthy drink for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
- 500 milliliters Whole milk
- 125 milliliters Heavy cream (double cream)
- 2 tablespoons Caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 50 milliliters Dark rum or Baileys Irish Cream
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Grated chocolate or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Finely chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Warm the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until it is just below a simmer. Avoid boiling.
Add the chopped dark chocolate and caster sugar to the saucepan. Stir constantly with a whisk or spoon until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth and velvety.
Stir in the vanilla extract and allow the flavors to meld for a minute over low heat.
Add the dark rum or Baileys Irish Cream to the hot chocolate and stir well to combine. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs, dividing it evenly.
If desired, top with whipped cream and garnish with grated chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder for an extra indulgent finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.4 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.8 g | 339% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 264 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 806 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1570 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
