Description
The Dirty Snowman is an indulgent adult hot chocolate recipe that combines rich hot cocoa, smooth vanilla ice cream, and a splash of luscious liqueurs like Kahlua and dark creme de cacao. Garnished with chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and whipped cream, this decadent drink is perfect for cozy evenings or festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Glass Rim
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
- 1 tablespoon chocolate sprinkles
Main Drink
- ½ cup vanilla ice cream (1 scoop)
- ¼ cup Kahlua
- 1 tablespoon dark creme de cacao liqueur
- 1 cup hot chocolate
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Mini chocolate chips
- Coarse sanding sugar
- Additional chocolate syrup and chocolate sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Place chocolate syrup on a small plate. Turn the glass upside down and dip the rim into the chocolate syrup to coat it thoroughly.
- Apply Sprinkles: Immediately dip the syrup-coated rim into a shallow tray of chocolate sprinkles until it is evenly coated for a decorative and tasty edge.
- Add Ice Cream: Place one scoop (½ cup) of vanilla ice cream into the glass or mug, providing a creamy base for the drink.
- Pour Liqueurs: Add ¼ cup of Kahlua and 1 tablespoon of dark creme de cacao liqueur into the glass over the ice cream for a rich, boozy flavor.
- Add Hot Chocolate: Carefully pour 1 cup of hot chocolate over the ice cream and liqueurs to combine the flavors while slightly melting the ice cream.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the drink with whipped cream, then sprinkle with mini chocolate chips, coarse sanding sugar, and/or additional chocolate syrup and chocolate sprinkles as desired. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Prepare the drink just before serving to maintain the ice cream's texture and drink's temperature.
- Hot chocolate and liqueur amounts can be increased and premixed, but always pour over individual glasses with ice cream to keep the proper layering and temperature.
- Feel free to experiment with other liquors such as rum, coconut rum, Bailey’s, or chocolate vodka for varied flavors.
- You can substitute vanilla ice cream with chocolate ice cream or a combination for extra richness.
- This is a rich, indulgent drink; adjust the alcohol content to your preference since the hot chocolate and ice cream support higher liquor amounts.
- Use a high-quality hot chocolate for the best taste; Hershey’s cocoa powder recipe is recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
