Hot Chocolate season is here! The temperatures really dropped this past weekend and each year at this time, I instantly start craving warm and comforting foods. I’m not a huge traditional hot chocolate fan, but I thought I would add a spin to the classic recipe to make it a little more appealing, at least to me. This simple recipe really elevates your average hot chocolate. And it doesn’t hurt that it’s in a cute mug 🙂
To be honest, I have never really cared for hot chocolate. Even as a kid growing up, it was never something I really loved. But, I have always wanted to like it, especially on a cold day when I don’t really need anymore coffee! I thought, there has to be a way to put a twist on hot chocolate that would make it tolerable for me and give all the hot chocolate lovers and fun spin to try this holiday season.
I was bouncing ideas for this new version of hot chocolate with my mom when I remember seeing promotional material for the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate at Starbucks. I thought this would be an easy recipe to recreate that is not only a little healthier, but much more friendly on the wallet!
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
{what you will need}
2 packets Swiss Miss Hot Chocolate
1 1/2 cups milk
Whipped cream or Cool Whip
Caramel sauce
Crystal salt, for topping if desired
{directions}
Follow the directions on the back of the package for regular hot chocolate. I used 2 packets for my mug. Top hot chocolate with whipped cream or Cool Whip, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with a pinch of crystal salt, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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YUM! I could really use one of those right now. I can't wait to try this out.
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Two packets–I most definitely like your style!!! Yummy.
Yesssss I love salted caramel, so adding it to hot chocolate sounds HEAVENLY!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Ohhh this sounds delicious! We are planning a major Christmas movie marathon for the weekend, and I definitely think these should be included!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Yum! I'm a huge salted caramel fan, so anything that incorporates that into a recipe I just know that I'm going to love!
So I am thinking about adding Bailey's to this, lol. Oh this sounds so heavenly good!!
Yum! I love anything with salted caramel on the title.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
This looks so delish! I love anything with salted caramel, so the thought of it in my hot chocolate is giving me some major cravings, haha! Thanks for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have the best week ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
That looks really really yummy! Thanks for sharing the recipe! =)
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
You are a girl after my own heart! This looks to die for! I need to make it asap!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Yum oh yum! My mouth is watering thinking of my next cup of hot chocolate. =) Thanks so much for sharing with us at Weekend Potluck. Please come again soon.