The Christmas season is practically synonymous with excessive hot-chocolate drinking. As coffee shops lure us in with their adorably themed takeaway cups, seasonal festive specials and double points offers all month long, it’s hard not to be pulled in.
However when you’re wanting to avoid spending £3 on one drink, or perhaps just leaving the house in general when temperatures hit sub-zero, you can try out some of these make at home creations for an indulgent fireside-movie-night treat.
Cookies and Cream Hot Chocolate
Cookies complete any Christmas scene, so why not add them to your hot chocolate? Be sure to leave some aside to crumble on top for an extra crunch.
Butterbeer Hot Chocolate
The most magical time of year could always use an extra touch of something wizardly. J.K. Rowling’s classic creation gets incorporated here using butterscotch sauce and is sure to please the whole family (even the muggles among you!).
Orange Hot Chocolate
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a Terry’s Chocolate Orange in your stocking. Add a citrus twist to your usual comforting cup for a tangy treat.
French Hot Chocolate
Give your hot chocolate a Parisian makeover with this super-indulgent recipe. Made using dark chocolate and heavy cream, it’s like drinking a pure cup of melted cocoa – only suitable for those with a serious sweet tooth!
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
Combine these traditionally festive flavours for a cute candy-cane cup-full. Add as little or as much peppermint as you wish to get your Christmas fix.
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Don’t just make a meager gingerbread house this Christmas – add the seasonal spice to your hot chocolates as well! For the ultimate festive fanatic, serve with gingerbread men on the side to dip as you sip.
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