☕ Hot Chocolate - Easy Christmas Cocktails
- Cem
- Sep 24
- 2 min read
Updated: 1 day ago
Prep Time: 10 mins
Serves: 2
The Hot Chocolate is a festive favourite, made even more indulgent with a splash of Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur. It’s comfort in a mug for cold winter nights.
This recipe is a classic choice for those looking for easy Christmas cocktails that still impress. Rich, warming, and topped with whipped cream, it’s perfect for any gathering.
🎄 Ingredients
500ml whole milk
100g dark chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp sugar (to taste)
½ tsp cinnamon
60ml Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur
Whipped cream (to top)
Chocolate shavings or cinnamon stick (to garnish)
🥄 Method
Heat milk in a saucepan until steaming, not boiling.
Whisk in chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon until melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur.
Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and garnish with chocolate shavings or a cinnamon stick.
💡 Tips for the Perfect Christmas Hot Chocolate
Extra Indulgent: Add a splash of double cream while heating the milk.
Festive Twist: Sprinkle with crushed candy canes for a peppermint edge.
Adults Only: Always add Sheridan’s last to preserve its layered flavour.
❓ FAQs – Sheridan’s Christmas Hot Chocolate
Can I make this without alcohol?
Yes — skip the Sheridan’s and add extra vanilla or cinnamon for flavour.
Can I make it ahead?
Best fresh, but you can make the base and gently reheat before adding Sheridan’s.
🔗 More Sheridan’s Christmas Recipes You’ll Love
🍸 Enjoy Sheridan’s Spiced Apple Tart, one of the best holiday cocktail recipes to try this Christmas.
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