Decadent Hot Chocolate Cocoa Float Recipe
This decadent hot chocolate cocoa float combines rich chocolate ice cream with a warm, creamy cocoa mixture, topped with whipped cream and marshmallows for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup rich chocolate ice cream
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Whisk the mixture over medium heat until blended and warmed, avoiding boiling.
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- In each serving mug, place a scoop of chocolate ice cream.
- Pour the hot chocolate mixture over the ice cream, filling each mug to the brim.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings or dust cocoa powder on top.
- Add mini marshmallows on top of the whipped cream.
- Serve immediately with a spoon or straw for mixing and sipping.
Notes
For a festive touch, drizzle chocolate syrup inside the mugs before adding the hot chocolate.