Dark Hot Chocolate

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Rich and creamy homemade dark hot chocolate is the ultimate cold-weather spoil, hands-down! Make it with just 2 ingredients, no powder mix needed.

It’s officially cozy drink season, and I’ll be sipping on creamy dark hot chocolate, cinnamon dolce lattes, and homemade eggnog from now until spring. You can, too!

Dark hot chocolate in a glass mug topped with whipped cream and chocolate sauce, resting on a saucer next to mini marshmallows.


 

Is there anything better than cozying up with a mug of steamy hot chocolate on a chilly day? Now that hot chocolate season is upon us, I’ve been loving this dark chocolate hot chocolate that takes the indulgence to a whole new level.

It’s made from International Delight’s hot chocolate coffee creamer warmed and whisked with sweetened condensed milk. It’s ridiculously rich and creamy, like drinking a bar of dark chocolate. After one sip, you’ll never want to make hot chocolate any other way. 

Why I Love This Dark Hot Chocolate Recipe

  • Festive. This dark hot chocolate gets my whole family in the holiday spirit. I make a big batch on the stovetop, and it’s the perfect partner to a cozy night in, snuggled on the couch with a Christmas movie.
  • Ultra chocolatey. I can’t get over how insanely indulgent this dark hot chocolate is. Every sip feels like it melts in your mouth, just like real dark chocolate. Load up your mugs with whipped cream, marshmallows, and a chocolate drizzle and BAM. Dessert in a mug.
  • Two ingredients. That’s it. This dark hot chocolate recipe is SO easy and SO affordable, with just coffee creamer and condensed milk on the shopping list. And if two-ingredient desserts are your thing, serve this two-ingredient hot chocolate with my two-ingredient mini lemon cakes!
Dark hot chocolate ingredients with text labels overlaying each ingredient.

Just 2 Ingredients!

This homemade hot chocolate is super simple to make. I’ve included some notes on the (whopping) two ingredients here. You’ll find the printable recipe card below the post with the full amounts and recipe details.

  • Hot Chocolate Coffee Creamer – I use International Delight’s Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Coffee Creamer. If you can’t find it where you live, grab a quart of heavy cream and dark chocolate chips, plus the other ingredients.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk – Make sure it’s the sweetened kind and not evaporated milk, which is unsweetened. It can be fat-free or full-fat, it’s up to you.

Hot Chocolate Toppings

This dark hot chocolate is dreamy all on its own, but we can’t resist adding some sweet toppings in our house. If you’re the same, try these ideas:

  • Whipped cream
  • Marshmallows
  • Fudge sauce
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Salted caramel sauce
  • Cinnamon or nutmeg

How to Make Dark Hot Chocolate

I make my hot chocolate on the stovetop, the same way that I prepare mulled wine and hot apple cider. It’s quick and easy, all you need to do is:

  • Heat the ingredients. Add your ingredients to a saucepan set over medium heat. Stir occasionally while the hot chocolate heats through, taking care that it doesn’t come to a boil.
  • Serve. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, and fudge sauce. Or, enjoy it as is. Cheers!
Dark hot chocolate in a glass mug topped with whipped cream and chocolate sauce, resting on a saucer next to mini marshmallows, with more marshmallows and a second mug in the background.

Tips and Variations

  • Don’t overheat the hot chocolate. Very important! Make sure that the hot chocolate mixture DOES NOT BOIL. Overheating can cause the dairy to split and curdle.
  • Make it boozy. Give this dark hot chocolate a grown-up twist with a splash of brandy, whiskey, or liqueur, like Kahlua or Bailey’s. You might also like my spiked crockpot hot chocolate.
Two hands wrapped around a mug of dark hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate sauce, next to a small spoon and scattered mini marshmallows.

Serving Suggestions

I go all out topping my dark hot chocolate with whipped cream, marshmallows, and fudge sauce (see above). It’s perfect with a slice of pumpkin bread or pear cake after dinner, or I’ll fill a thermos with hot chocolate to bring along to the skating rink. Enjoy this hot chocolate with pignoli cookies or biscotti on the side for dunking! 

How to Store

  • Refrigerate. Once the dark hot chocolate cools to room temperature, store any leftovers covered in the fridge overnight.
  • Reheat. Warm the hot chocolate in the microwave or on the stovetop until it’s heated through again.
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Dark Hot Chocolate

This dark hot chocolate is ridiculously rich and creamy, made with only 2 ingredients! It's the perfect cozy drink piled with whipped cream, marshmallows, and a chocolate drizzle.
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients 

Toppings (Optional)

  • Whipped cream
  • Marshmallows
  • Chocolate fudge sauce
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Instructions 

  • Combine the ingredients. Combine hot chocolate creamer and sweetened condensed milk in a large saucepan.
  • Warm it up. Set the saucepan over medium heat and heat through, stirring occasionally. DO NOT BOIL.
  • Serve! Pour prepared hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, and fudge sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.
  • If you can’t find Hot Chocolate Coffee Creamer, substitute a quart of heavy cream and 1/2-cup dark chocolate chips instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 719kcal | Carbohydrates: 138g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1385mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 114g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 279mg | Iron: 2.8mg

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14 Comments

  1. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says:

    I had no idea this product even existed. I must get my hands on it asap!

  2. Serene @ House of Yumm says:

    What a heavenly drink! I just want to curl up with a mug right now!

  3. Andi @ The Weary Chef says:

    Oh, this is heaven! And I love how easy it is to make! I definitely have to try this!

  4. Megan {Country Cleaver} says:

    We are going to get our Christmas tree this morning – I might have to make this to warm back up when we get back!!

  5. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says:

    Ugh. Your pictures! Always so gorgeous. And this hot chocolate looks so delicious and decadent!

  6. Roxana says:

    No way, I can’t believe the best looking hot chocolate I’ve seen in awhile just has TWO ingredients! That is just crazy and awesome, and I must try this asap!

  7. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says:

    Holy Smokes those photos are beautiful! I love that this is made with only 2 ingredients!

  8. A,y says:

    Ouch, now this is Hot Chocolate!!!

  9. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says:

    Oh my gosh, that looks so incredibly decadent!!! I WANT!!!

  10. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says:

    International Delight makes hot chocolate?? I need to find it! This is one gorgeous drink!