Baileys Hot Chocolate

Two glasses of hot chocolate topped with marshmallows and a bottle of Baileys.

5 from 4 votes

This Baileys hot chocolate is rich, creamy and decadent! It's made with real chocolate and Baileys Irish cream and only takes minutes to make. Everyone loves this boozy, chocolatey drink!

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Course: Desserts, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 483kcal

Author: Natalie

Ingredients

¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon cocoa powder natural unsweetened or Dutch-processed
4 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

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Instructions

Add the milk and cocoa powder to a saucepan. Whisk mixture over medium heat til the cocoa powder dissolves and the mixture is almost simmering.
Take the pan off the heat. Whisk in the chopped chocolate til melted completely. Add the vanilla extract, and salt. Return the pot to the stove and reheat til hot again. Add the Bailey's Irish cream then serve immediately.
Top with marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or cocoa powder and enjoy!

Notes

Milk: Use whole milk. For extra creamy and rich Baileys hot chocolate, use 1 1/4 cups milk and 3/4 cup heavy cream or half and half. Nondairy milk can be used in place of regular milk.

Cocoa powder: Use natural unsweetened cocoa powder or Dutch processed cocoa.

Chocolate: Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate or a combination of the two. Use good quality chocolate found in the baking aisle. Chop chocolate finely.

Bailey's Irish Cream: For a stronger flavor, use 1/3 cup instead of 1/4 cup.

Toppings: Use mini or regular marshmallows, homemade or store bought whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder or sprinkle of chocolate shavings.

Double the recipe: This recipe makes 2 generous servings of Baileys hot chocolate. Double the recipe to make enough for 4-5 people.

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