Description
Indulge in this decadent Oreo Hot Chocolate recipe, perfect for cozy nights in. Combining rich cocoa, creamy milk and cream, and crushed Oreo cookies, this luxurious drink is topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and extra Oreos for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 cups Whole Milk (use full-fat for an extra indulgent texture)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (try half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla is the finest choice)
- 1 cup Whipped Cream (optional, but it takes indulgence up a notch)
Chocolate and Cocoa
- 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (choose high-quality for the best experience)
- 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (optional, but recommended for extra depth)
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate Syrup (drizzle it on top for an eye-catching finish)
Sweeteners and Flavor
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (adjust to taste for your perfect sweetness)
- 1 pinch Salt (just a pinch can elevate the flavor beautifully)
Oreos
- 6 Oreo Cookies (crush while keeping filling for mixing)
- 2 cookies Extra Oreos (whole Oreos add a fun visual appeal)
Instructions
- Prepare Oreos: Carefully separate the Oreo cookies, setting the creamy filling aside in a bowl, and crush the chocolate wafer parts into fine crumbs.
- Heat Milk and Cream: In a medium saucepan, pour in the whole milk and heavy cream; set the heat to medium-low, stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes until warm but not boiling.
- Add Cocoa and Sugar: Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar vigorously for around 2-3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and combined.
- Melt Chocolate Chips: Incorporate the semi-sweet chocolate chips into your warm cocoa mixture, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes until fully melted and silky.
- Mix in Oreos: Stir in the crushed Oreo cookie crumbs along with the reserved cream filling, mixing well for another minute to integrate flavors.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract, then pour the Oreo Hot Chocolate into mugs.
- Garnish: Top with whipped cream, drizzle chocolate syrup over the whipped cream, and garnish each cup with a whole Oreo cookie for a fun and decadent presentation.
Notes
- Use full-fat milk and cream for the creamiest and richest texture.
- Adjust sugar level to your preference to control sweetness.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips add depth but can be omitted for a dairy-free or lighter version.
- Whipped cream and chocolate syrup toppings are optional but highly recommended for extra indulgence.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk only.
