Homemade Halloween Hot Chocolate
Cozy up this fall with homemade Halloween hot chocolate—rich, creamy, and topped with spooky fun. Perfect for kids, parties, or a grown-up twist.
Equipment
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Medium Saucepan
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate
- 4 c Whole Milk preferably organic
- ¼ c Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- ¼ c Granulated Sugar
- ½ c Semi-sweet Chocolate you can use chips or a bar of chocolate
- ½ tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 8 Mini Candy Eyeballs
- Cinnamon, Nutmeg or Pumpkin Spice for dusting optional
Whipped Topping
- ½ c Heavy Whipping Cream cold
- 1 Tbsp Powdered Sugar
Instructions
Hot Chocolate
- Add milk, cocoa powder and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until warm (but not boiling).4 c Whole Milk, 1/4 c Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, 1/4 c Granulated Sugar
- Add chocolate chips/bar and whisk constantly until the chocolate melts and is mixed well into the milk. Remove from heat. Add the vanilla and mix well.1/2 c Semi-sweet Chocolate, 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- Pour into mugs and add a dollop of whipped cream on top (this is your melting ghost). Dust with cinnamon if desired and add 2 candy eyeballs on top.
Whipped Topping
- Add heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar to a medium bowl. Start the mixer on a low speed to combine the ingredients, then increase to medium-high. Whip until you reach stiff peaks.1/2 c Heavy Whipping Cream, 1 Tbsp Powdered Sugar
Notes
Candy: You can substitute the candy eyeballs, for gummy worms, chocolate spider webs, or any other spooky garnish that fits your theme.
Milk: Whole milk makes the creamiest hot chocolate, but 2% or even skim will still do the trick (just less rich). Dairy-free? Almond milk or oat milk work too, though they’ll give the cocoa a slightly different flavor.
Cocoa Powder: Use a good-quality cocoa for the deepest flavor. Dutch-process cocoa is a great option if you want a smoother, less tangy chocolate taste.
Chocolate. Don’t skimp here—the better the chocolate, the better your drink. For a less sweet sip, go with dark chocolate (60% or higher).
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