Kicked Up Cocoa

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Kicked Up Cocoa

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hot cocoa with whipped cream

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1
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5min
Prep
15min
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    Description

    The adult version of the classic Holiday hot beverage: hot cocoa.

     

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    Servings and Ingredients

    Ingredients
    Serves 1
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    1 c. Hy-Vee 2% reduced-fat milk
    1 (1-oz.) packet hot coca mix
    ¾ oz. crème de cacao
    1 oz. Bailey's Irish cream
    Whipped cream, for garnish
    Crushed candy canes, for garnish

    Things To Grab

    • Medium saucepan
    • Whisk
    • Mug

    Directions

    1. Add milk to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, being careful not to burn. Whisk in hot cocoa mix until combined.

    2. Bring mixture to boiling, then reduce heat to a simmer until desired consistency is reached.

    3. Turn off heat and stir in crème de cacao and Irish cream. Allow to cool slightly and serve in a mug topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes, if desired.

      Hyvee Culinary Expert Tip
      If you’re a fan of peppermint hot cocoa, try mixing in a few teaspoons of crème de menthe liqueur into the hot cocoa base or the whipped cream.
      Hy-Vee Test Kitchen

    Nutrition facts

    Servings

    390 Calories per serving

    Amounts Per Serving

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 280mg
    • Total Carbohydrates: 51g
    • Protein: 10g

    Daily Values

    0%
    Iron 6%
    0%
    Calcium 25%
    0%
    Vitamin D 15%
    0%
    Potassium 10%

    Recipe Source:

    The Beard Behind the Bar, Holiday Favorites All Grown Up episode