Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Cookies and Cream Hot Cocoa, perfect for cozying up on chilly days. This recipe combines cocoa powder, sugar, and a delicious cookies and cream syrup for a decadent twist on classic hot chocolate, topped with whipped cream and crumbled Oreos for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 oz Cookies and cream syrup (brand: DaVinci)
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup Water
- 3 1/2 cups Whole milk
- 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Toppings
- Whipped Cream (to taste)
- Crumbled Oreos (to taste)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Syrup: In a medium saucepan, mix the cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and 1 oz of cookies and cream syrup with 1/4 cup of water.
- Heat Mixture to Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly to prevent clumping and ensure even cooking.
- Boil for 3 Minutes: Maintain the boil for 3 minutes while continuing to stir constantly. This step helps to dissolve the sugar completely and enhance the flavors.
- Add Milk and Evaporated Milk: Lower the heat and add 3 1/2 cups of whole milk and 1/2 cup evaporated milk to the cocoa mixture.
- Heat Without Boiling: Stir the mixture constantly and heat carefully without allowing it to boil, which preserves the texture and prevents the milk from curdling.
- Final Stirring: Continue stirring until the hot cocoa is uniformly heated and smooth.
- Garnish and Serve: Pour the hot cocoa into mugs and top each serving with whipped cream and a generous sprinkling of crumbled Oreos for a delightful finishing touch.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier texture; reduce fat content with lower-fat milk if preferred.
- Stir constantly during heating to prevent scorching and ensure smooth cocoa.
- The Cookies and Cream syrup adds a unique flavor; if unavailable, use vanilla or chocolate syrup as alternatives, though flavor will differ.
- Do not allow the milk mixture to boil to avoid altering the milk’s texture.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying sugar quantity according to taste preferences.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole and evaporated milk with plant-based alternatives.
