Velvet Love Baileys Hot Cocoa 💖
Indulge in this delightful and easy Velvet Love Baileys Hot Cocoa, a perfect romantic treat for any occasion. Made with rich chocolate, creamy milk, and a hint of Baileys Irish Cream, it's an experience to savor.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Whisk
- Mugs
Ingredients
Hot Cocoa Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk (or your preferred lighter dairy/non-dairy alternative)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter touch)
- 0.25 cup Baileys Irish Cream (adjust to your taste)
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (opt for sugar-free for a healthier twist)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (plus a sprinkle for garnish)
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar (optional, or use a natural/sugar-free sweetener)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Light whipped cream (for topping)
- Cinnamon stick (optional, for a lovely garnish)
- Mini marshmallows (optional, for extra fun)
Instructions
- Gentle Warm-Up: In a medium saucepan, delicately combine your milk and heavy cream. Heat this mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it's pleasantly warm but not boiling. Keeping it low and slow ensures a silky smooth base.
- Chocolate Dream Melt: Now, add the chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and your chosen sweetener (if you're using it) to the warm liquid. Whisk continuously until all the chocolate has completely melted and the hot cocoa looks beautifully smooth and inviting.
- Flavor Infusion: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Gently stir in the vanilla extract and the Baileys Irish Cream. Give it a quick taste and adjust the sweetness if you desire.
- Serve with Love: Carefully ladle your rich hot chocolate into your favorite Valentine's mug. Crown it with a generous swirl of light whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, and perhaps a romantic cinnamon stick or a few playful mini marshmallows. Sip and enjoy this delightful, easy treat!
Notes
Sip and enjoy this delightful, easy treat!
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 366
Total Carbs: 48.5g
Net Carbs: 31.5g
Fats: 19.5g
Protein: 12g
Calories: 366
Total Carbs: 48.5g
Net Carbs: 31.5g
Fats: 19.5g
Protein: 12g
