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Cookies and Cream Hot Chocolate

Cookies and Cream Hot Chocolate

iamwinfred
This indulgent cookies and cream hot chocolate combines rich, creamy hot chocolate with crushed Oreo cookies for the ultimate winter treat. Topped with whipped cream, cookie crumbles, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce, it's like drinking a liquid dessert that will warm you from the inside out.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan 2-3 quart capacity
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mugs For serving

Ingredients
  

For the Hot Chocolate

  • 2 cups whole milk 480ml
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream 120ml
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips about 60g
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 6 Oreo cookies crushed, divided

For Topping

  • whipped cream homemade or store-bought
  • additional Oreo cookies crushed, for garnish
  • chocolate sauce for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Crush 4 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and set aside. Reserve 2 cookies for adding later.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and heavy cream. Heat until steaming but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Whisk in chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Continue whisking until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and the crushed Oreo cookies. Let steep for 2 minutes to infuse the cookie flavor.
  • Crush the remaining 2 Oreos and stir into the hot chocolate for extra texture.
  • Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, crushed Oreo cookies, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer hot chocolate, use all heavy cream instead of the milk and cream combination.
  • You can substitute Golden Oreos for a vanilla cookies and cream version.
  • Make it extra indulgent by adding a tablespoon of Nutella or peanut butter along with the chocolate chips.
  • For a boozy version, add 1-2 ounces of Bailey's Irish Cream, Kahlua, or peppermint schnapps per serving.
  • Store leftover hot chocolate in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, whisking to recombine.
  • The cookie pieces will soften as they sit in the hot chocolate, creating a thicker, more dessert-like consistency.
  • For a dairy-free version, use oat milk or coconut milk and dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Rim the mugs with chocolate sauce and crushed Oreos before pouring for an extra special presentation.
  • Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee.
  • This recipe easily doubles or triples for a crowd - perfect for winter gatherings or holiday parties.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 9gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 3gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg
Keyword cookies and cream, dessert drink, hot chocolate, oreo, winter drink
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