Skip the coffee shop and whip up your own hot chocolate coffee! This gourmet hot chocolate is made with only 4 ingredients and the result is a rich, creamy, comforting cup you’ll want to curl up with again and again.
Take your regular cup of coffee to a whole new level with this hot cocoa coffee!
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Hot Chocolate Coffee
Made with my homemade instant hot chocolate mix and your favorite coffee blend to keep it simple, the coffee hot chocolate is then topped with a rich whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
It’s easy, and indulgent, and since you’re in control of the flavor, it’s better than any chocolate coffee you can buy!
So go ahead and mix coffee in hot chocolate and warm up with every sip.
You can easily make a big batch of this recipe, and keep it warm in your slow cooker, making it perfect to serve to guests on winter days or just to curl up with as an extra special indulgence.
The sweetness of the chocolate mix, the strong coffee, the creaminess of the heavy whipping cream topping and a sprinkle of cocoa powder make this mocha coffee even better than any specialty coffee drinks you would get at those fancy coffee shops.
And think of all the money you'll save when you are your own barista at home!
So go ahead and make a cup of caffe mocha because the combination of chocolate and coffee blends so beautifully together in this Hot Chocolate Coffee recipe.
Add that rich whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder and enjoy an indulgent coffee that’s been elevated to a new level!
You can even top your chocolate coffee with a flavored homemade cold foam, just like they make in those trendy coffee shops!
Be sure to try my homemade strawberry hot chocolate recipe too!
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How To Make Chocolate Coffee
Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below but know that this chocolate coffee drink whips up quickly.
- Combine your favorite hot brewed coffee and instant hot chocolate mix and whisk until blended.
- Pour into a coffee cup.
- Top with whipped topping and sprinkle with cocoa powder.
- Add mini marshmallows.
Swirls Of Flavor Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use freshly made hot coffee. This makes it easier to dissolve the instant hot chocolate mix when whisking.
- Another delicious garnish for hot cocoa coffee is to top it with coffee beans covered in chocolate. Of course, you could also use mini marshmallows as well.
- If you’re using this recipe for a gathering, why not set up your favorite toppings in bowls and let everyone “decorate” their own?
- If you like your coffee and hot chocolate extra sweet and creamy, add a splash of half-and-half cream while you’re whisking.
- Adjust the level of coffee as per preference. Before using the whipped topping, give it a taste test and see if you’d like a more coffee or hot chocolate flavor.
- If you want an intense coffee flavor stir in some instant espresso powder along with the hot cocoa mix or add a shot or two of brewed espresso
Substitutions
With only 4 ingredients, this recipe is easy to whip up no matter what you have on hand.
- Cool whip topping can be used for whipped cream topping. If you’re dairy-free, you could also use a coconut whipped cream in its place.
- Additional hot chocolate mix can be sprinkled on top of the whipped cream in a palace of cocoa powder.
- I prefer to use my homemade hot chocolate mix but you can easily use store-bought instant mix instead.
- If you’re looking to skip the caffeine hit, use your favorite decaf coffee blend in place of regular coffee.
Variations
The best part about this hot chocolate coffee recipe is that it can be made as simple or indulgent as you’d like it to be.
- Christmas coffee chocolate drink: Top your hot chocolate coffee with crushed peppermint candy and pop in a candy cane as a stirrer for a festive, holiday feel.
- Double chocolate: Drizzle the whipped cream with chocolate syrup or hot fudge sauce for maximum indulgence.
- White chocolate richness: shave some white chocolate on top of the coffee hot cocoa for a different kind of richness.
- Crunch: if you want a bit of festive crunch you can add holiday sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.
Equipment
- Measuring cups
- Coffeemaker
- Frother or mini whisk
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Ingredients
You only need 4 ingredients to whip up this hot chocolate coffee!
- Hot brewed coffee
- Instant hot chocolate mix
- Cocoa powder
- Whipped topping
Storage
- Chocolate coffee is best enjoyed freshly made. If you do make a larger batch for a gathering, keep just the hot chocolate and coffee mixture warm in a slow cooker for 3-4 hours on low. Have everyone add the whipped topping and garnishes when they fill their mugs and are ready to enjoy it.
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. To enjoy it, reheat the coffee mixture on low on the stovetop and then top it with your garnishes.
FAQ
What’s the difference between a cafe mocha and a hot chocolate coffee?
Though very similar, the biggest difference between the two is that a cafe mocha is often made with a base of espresso before adding a chocolate flavor (in the form of syrup, cocoa, or melted chocolate) and then finishing it off with frothy milk. Hot chocolate coffee on the other hand is simpler in the sense that it is just hot chocolate and coffee.
Is mixing hot chocolate and coffee good?
Hot chocolate and coffee together create the best blend of flavors. The bitterness of the coffee is balanced out by the richness of the hot chocolate to bring you a comforting, creamy drink that warms you up and gives you energy.
Hot Chocolate Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces hot brewed coffee
- ¼ cup instant hot chocolate mix
- ½ cup whipped cream topping
- ¼ teaspoon cocoa powder
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Instructions
- Pour hot coffee into a cup or mug.
- Stir in the instant hot chocolate mix until dissolved and blended. Using a frother or small whisk will make blending easy.
- Top with whipped topping and sprinkle with cocoa powder.
This recipe is amazing and comforting, worthy to be added on my list and i'll be making this one later, thank you for this!
Wow! I want this, it’s overloading with those toppings! It looks so good!
Just stumbled upon the Easy Hot Chocolate Coffee recipe, and it's an absolute game-changer for my winter beverage lineup! The combination of rich hot chocolate and a kick of coffee is pure genius.