Amaretto Hot Chocolate Recipe
Indulge in this rich and comforting Amaretto Hot Chocolate, a perfect blend of creamy milk, melted semi-sweet chocolate, and the warm, nutty flavor of Amaretto liqueur. This easy-to-make drink is ideal for cozy evenings or special occasions, topped with your favorite garnishes for a decadent treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 oz. Amaretto liqueur (1 shot)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the chocolate chips, sugar, pinch of salt, and whole milk. Place over medium-low heat and begin heating the mixture slowly.
- Whisk and melt: Using a whisk, stir frequently to help dissolve the sugar and melt the chocolate evenly. Continue whisking until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture reaches a low simmer, avoiding any rapid boiling to prevent burning.
- Add vanilla and remove from heat: Once the hot chocolate mixture simmers gently, promptly take it off the heat and stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Serve with Amaretto: Pour or ladle the hot chocolate into a mug. Top with the 1 oz. of Amaretto liqueur and stir to blend the flavors together.
- Garnish and enjoy: Optionally add your favorite toppings such as whipped cream or homemade cool whip. Serve immediately while hot for the best experience.
Notes
- Do not let the hot chocolate mixture boil rapidly; it can burn on the bottom.
- Whole milk provides a creamy texture, but you can substitute with a milk alternative if desired.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and Amaretto to taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the Amaretto and add almond extract for flavor.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or shaved chocolate for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (including Amaretto)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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