Spiked Hot Chocolate
Spiked Hot Chocolate is a warming winter drink made with milk chocolate, whole milk, ground cinnamon and a splash of whisky. The TM7 melts the chocolate gently without burning while heating the milk to the ideal drinking temperature, then finishes with mini marshmallows and a cinnamon stick for a cosy adult treat.
About this recipe
Spiked Hot Chocolate Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate adult winter warmer: a silky, whisky-laced hot chocolate recipe that transforms simple milk chocolate and whole milk into a café-quality drink in minutes. Searching for easy hot chocolate recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here, because the TM7 handles every step hands-free. The gentle melting function dissolves the milk chocolate evenly so you never get grainy bits at the bottom of the mug, while controlled heating warms the whole milk to exactly the right drinking temperature without scorching. Ground cinnamon weaves warm spice through every sip, and a measure of whisky adds a mellow, festive kick that makes this the perfect after-dinner drink or nightcap. Finished with melting mini marshmallows and a cinnamon stick for stirring, this spiked hot chocolate is ideal for cold evenings, holiday gatherings or a cosy night in. It is a quick dessert-style drink that feels indulgent yet takes barely any effort with your Thermomix TM7.
Preparation tips
- Choose a good-quality milk chocolate with at least 30 percent cocoa for the richest flavour; cheaper chocolate contains more sugar and less cocoa butter, which gives a thinner, less silky hot chocolate.
- Add the whisky only at the very end, off the heat, so the alcohol aroma stays bright rather than cooking away; stir it through the chocolate milk just before pouring into mugs.
- For extra indulgence, lightly toast the mini marshmallows under the grill for a few moments before topping the drinks, and grate a little extra milk chocolate over the whipped surface for garnish.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free version: simply omit the whisky and add a quarter teaspoon of vanilla extract or a splash of orange blossom water for a festive family-friendly hot chocolate that children can enjoy with the marshmallows.
- Festive peppermint variation: swap the ground cinnamon for a small pinch of peppermint extract and crush a candy cane over the mini marshmallows, creating a Christmas-inspired spiked hot chocolate perfect for holiday parties.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Precise heating warms the whole milk gently to the ideal drinking temperature so the spiked hot chocolate never scorches. [Precision Control]
- The TM7 melts the milk chocolate evenly into the hot milk, creating a silky texture without any grainy lumps. [Multi-Function]
- Weigh the whisky and chocolate directly in the mixing bowl, so every mug of spiked hot chocolate has consistent flavour. [Built-in Scale]
- Gentle mixing blends the ground cinnamon through the chocolate milk uniformly while you garnish the mugs with marshmallows. [Multi-Function]
- One-pot preparation means only the mixing bowl needs rinsing afterwards, leaving you more time to enjoy this whisky hot chocolate. [Time Savings]
Ingredients
- milk chocolate
- whole milk
- ground cinnamon
- whisky
- mini marshmallows
- cinnamon sticks