Is there anything dreamier than settling down with a mug of toasty hot chocolate once the cold weather hits? Nope, we didn’t think so.
Whether you love a classic cup of cocoa powder and milk or a luxurious dessert-like setup covered in marshmallows and chocolate flakes, there’s a whole host of recipes out there just waiting for you to indulge in them.
We’ve pulled together some of our favourites to get your tastebuds tingling, plus everything the ultimate hot chocolate connoisseur needs to truly enjoy their treat.
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Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Ingredients - Serves 4
1pint whole milk
200ml single or double cream
10tsp hot chocolate powder
3tbsp smooth peanut butter
Chocolate of your choice for serving
Full recipe here.
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
Ingredients - Serves 4
140g white chocolate
400l milk
100l single or double cream
1tsp vanilla extract
Half tsp peppermint extract
Peppermint candy canes for serving
Recipe inspiration here.
Nutella Hot Chocolate
Ingredients - Serves 4
750ml whole milk
50g dark or milk chocolate, broken into squares
2tbsp Nutella
Full recipe here.
Unicorn Hot Chocolate
Ingredients - Serves 4
600ml whole milk
100g white chocolate
Pink food colouring gel
Marshmallows/sprinkles for serving
Recipe inspiration here.
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Ingredients - Serves 4
6tbsp cocoa powder
6-8 tbsp light brown sugar, add to taste
Pinch of salt
1tsp ground ginger
1tsp ground cinnamon
Half tsp ground allspice
Quarter tsp ground nutmeg
960ml milk
1tsp vanilla extract
Full recipe here.
Found a recipe you love? Get yourself prepped with these must-have items for the perfect hot chocolate.
Hot Chocolate Essentials
1 of 6Set of Two Latte Glasses, £6.94
Every hot chocolate obsessive needs a set of gorgeous glasses to present their hard work in. These classic latte glasses will steal the show. amazon.co.uk
2 of 6Hershey's 100% Cocoa, £6.91
If you're a regular hot chocolate drinker and prefer to create your own mixture, investing in a big ol' tub of Hershey's Cocoa will save you money and time in the long run. Plus, it's delicious!amazon.co.uk
3 of 61kg Mini Marshmallows, £8.60
No cup of cocoa is complete without a smattering of mini marshmallows on the top. Plus, they're great for snacking on while you wait for your milk to heat up...amazon.co.uk
4 of 61kg Cadbury Fair Trade Drinking Chocolate, £6.79
Take the effort out of making hot chocolate from scratch with this delectable box of Cadbury's drinking chocolate powder. Now you can have your favourite drink whenever you want.amazon.co.uk
5 of 6Monin Syrup Coffee Gift Set, £8.60
Ready to get creative? Just like the baristas from your local Starbucks, adding in some delicious Monin syrup helps you switch up your offering and surprise your guests. Look at you, a true professional. amazon.co.uk
6 of 6200g Hundreds & Thousands, £3.99
Sprinkle a touch of magic on to your creations with hundreds and thousands - they aren't just for kids, we promise!amazon.co.uk
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