Hot Chocolate Recipes

The best way to warm cold winter days is with some hot chocolate! Here you’ll find homemade hot chocolate recipes for Mexican hot chocolate, creamy hot chocolate and more.

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The 8 Best Gourmet Hot Chocolate Makers

There's no better treat on a winter day than a cup of homemade hot chocolate. These hot chocolate makers (some of which double as espresso machines!) are designed to create rich and frothy cocoa drinks you'll love.

Homemade Hot Cocoa

This homemade hot chocolate recipe will make people think you fussed but it is so simple. —Hershey Food Corporation,...

Jhalak-28/11-Test-Easy Hot Cocoa Mix

What’s better than having hot cocoa on demand? Not much! With this homemade hot cocoa mix, dreams become reality.


White Hot Chocolate

A single batch of this homemade white hot chocolate recipe warms you up on a cold day, while a double...


Pumpkin Pie Hot Chocolate

Pumpkin pie vodka hot chocolate is the ultimate holiday cocktail. Made in a slow cooker and perfect for feeding a...

Homemade Hot Cocoa

This homemade hot chocolate recipe will make people think you fussed but it is so simple. —Hershey Food Corporation, Cheryl...


Hot Chocolate Bombs

Warm, cozy and delightfully sweet, these hot cocoa bombs are an easy treat for a cold winter's day.

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French Hot Chocolate

Throw that powdered drink mix to the side! It's time to make French hot chocolate with thick, rich cream and...


Chai Hot Chocolate

Inspired by the traditional Indian beverage, this chai drink combines spice with decadent chocolate. —James Schend, Dairy...


Biscoff Hot Chocolate

Crumble Biscoff cookie pieces on top for a sweet touch. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor, Culinary


Chilled Hot Chocolate

You do not have to wait for the snow to fall to enjoy the rich taste of hot chocolate, thanks...

Witches’ Brew with Broomsticks

While growing up, my boys enjoyed helping me make this beverage with "broomsticks." Now I use the recipe with my...


Honey-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

My husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even...


Sugar-Free Cocoa Mix

During the winter, I keep plenty of this mix on hand. That way, I can whip up steaming mugs of...

Mexican Mocha Mix

This mix of coffee and cocoa is a wonderful alternative to traditional hot chocolate. —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts


Hot Cocoa Mix

In just a few quick minutes, you can whip together an old-fashioned treat certain to be enjoyed by all at...


Easy Hot Chocolate Mix

I bring this mix along when we travel to enjoy as a bedtime snack in our hotel room. It has...


Chocolate Coffee

Imagine a deliciously decadent mocha-style drink made from an incredible chocolate syrup, complete with a whipped cream folded into it....


Raspberry Hot Cocoa

Garnished with whipped cream, chocolate curls and raspberry-flavored marshmallows, this cool-weather favorite goes from everyday to extra-special. —Andrew McDowell, Lake...


Kahlua Hot Chocolate

Elevate your cozy drink game with this spiked hot chocolate recipe featuring a touch of Kahlua. This rich and creamy...


Gingerbread Hot Cocoa

Are you in the Christmas spirit yet? If not, this special cocoa will do the trick. It’s like drinking a...


Vegan Hot Chocolate

This wholesome vegan hot chocolate drink will leave you feeling warm and cozy on a cold, snowy day. Wrap yourself...

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Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Pumpkin spiced hot chocolate is a warming cinnamon and orange-infused dairy concoction with real pumpkin puree and white chocolate chips....


Favorite Mint Hot Chocolate

This is one of my husband's favorite winter drinks. I love the minty, chocolaty recipe because it's like Christmas in...


DIY Hot Cocoa Mix

Because we live in Idaho and have long, cold winters, hot chocolate is a staple for our family. With this...


Hot Malted Chocolate

There’s nothing better on a cold day than a steaming mug of rich hot chocolate. Malted milk powder adds a...