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Creamy Baileys Hot Chocolate Recipe with Whipped Cream Delight

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A rich and silky hot chocolate with a gentle boozy warmth from Baileys Irish Cream, topped with fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for cozy winter evenings and easy to make in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2–3 tablespoons sugar (granulated or brown)
  • ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream for topping (homemade or store-bought)
  • Optional toppings: shaved chocolate, cocoa powder dusting, or a sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk and ½ cup heavy cream. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes), with steam rising and tiny bubbles forming at the edges.
  2. Whisk together 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2-3 tablespoons sugar, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to prevent clumps.
  3. Slowly add the cocoa-sugar mixture to the warm milk, whisking continuously until fully dissolved and smooth, about 2 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk to blend evenly.
  5. If making homemade whipped cream, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 1 tablespoon sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes with a hand mixer).
  6. Pour hot chocolate into mugs, top generously with whipped cream, and garnish with optional toppings like shaved chocolate, cocoa powder, or cinnamon.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid scorching the milk. Whisk continuously when adding cocoa powder and sugar to prevent lumps. Do not boil the mixture. Adjust sugar to taste. Chill bowl and beaters for faster whipped cream. For non-alcoholic version, omit Baileys and add extra vanilla or caramel syrup.

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