When the temperature drops, and the outdoors become uninviting, there's nothing better than curling up on your couch with a homely drink, such as a heavenly cup of hot chocolate. To me, this is one of the best things about winter, and recently, I've found out this drink doesn't have to be just plain milk and cocoa. And forget about expensive café specialties - this winter, tempt yourself with some home-made hot chocolate variation delights for you and your guests to huddle over. Here are 6 delicious recipes you won't be able to resist! |
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1. Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate | |
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A smooth alternative to the regular hot chocolate you know, using white chocolate and some pumpkin spice to make it all the more inviting. |
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2. Coconut Tres Leches Hot Chocolate | |
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If you rarely find time for hot chocolate in the morning, believe me - you will now! |
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3. Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate | |
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Topped with dripping caramel sauce over whipped cream, this hot chocolate will be the ultimate treat for your taste buds. |
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4. Salted Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate |
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Fan of peanut butter? Add it to your hot chocolate for one tasty drinking delight! |
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5. Nutella Hot Chocolate |
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For all Nutella lovers out there - if you thought hot chocolate was tempting, this variation will take it to the next level! |
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6. Broiled Bailey's Hot Chocolate |
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For the perfect evening drink, add a touch of Bailey's to your hot cocoa, complete with some baked, melted marshmallows to make it even more tempting. |
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H/T: brit.co
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