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    Home » Recipes » Beverages

    Published: May 22, 2023 Modified: May 22, 2023 by Nicole This post may contain affiliate links.

    Hot Chocolate Coffee

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    For a warm and comforting coffee recipe that's perfect all winter long, check out my hot chocolate coffee recipe. This comforting chocolate coffee combination is sure to wake you up with rich flavors and caffeine.

    A muf of hot chocolate coffee topped with whipped cream and mini marshmallows

    If you love hot chocolate and coffee, then this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home like it has in mine. I've made this recipe a dozen times over this past winter simply because it was too good. It made for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up.

    From the rich and creamy chocolate to the delicious taste of coffee in every mug, you won't need much to make this coffee recipe, and the flavors are always great.

    For more coffee recipes, be sure to check out my Oreo Iced Coffee Recipe, Vanilla Iced Latte, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Latte, and Maple Iced Coffee.

    Why This Recipe Works

    1. Minimal ingredients. Without any added toppings, you can make this recipe with as few as 3 simple ingredients.
    2. It's frugal. Compared to the cost of a store-bought coffee, this drink recipe only costs a few cents! Homemade coffee is a great way to reduce expenses and save money.
    3. Seasonal and adaptable. I've tried this recipe with differently flavored cocoa packets and creamers and have yet to find a combination that I didn't adore. There are so many combinations and possibilities that you'll never be bored.
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    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🍽 Equipment Needed
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 💭 FAQs
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments
    labeled ingredients needed to make hot chocolate coffee

    🥘 Ingredients

    Coffee- You will want to use some freshly brewed hot coffee for this recipe. You can use your favorite coffee grounds or k cup for this.

    Hot Cocoa Packet- Use plain or flavored cocoa mix. The cocoa is already sweetened, so you may not need any additional sugar.

    Liquid Creamer- Adding in some coffee creamer will give you more flavor and help to cut down on some bitterness from the coffee.

    Whipped Cream or Marshmallows- These are optional garnishes for adding on top of your cocoa. You can easily omit them if desired.

    For specific quantities, see the recipe card below.

    🍽 Equipment Needed

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    • Coffee Mug
    • Measuring Cups
    • Spoon

    🔪 Instructions

    Check out how to make hot chocolate coffee with these simple step-by-step instructions:

    cocoa mix powder in a mug

    Add the hot cocoa packet contents to your mug.

    coffee added to coffee mug

    Brew the coffee into the cup (if using a Kcup) or pour freshly brewed coffee into the mug. Stir until the hot cocoa mix is dissolved.

    aerial view of hot chocolate coffee in a mug

    Stir in the coffee creamer. Use more or less depending on how you like it.

    aerial view of hot chocolate coffee in a mug with whipped cream and marshmallows on top

    Top with marshmallows or whipped cream as desired.

    Serve warm, and enjoy!

    mini marshmallows and whipped cream on top of a mug full of hot chocolate coffee

    📖 Variations

    I have made this recipe so many different ways. Here are my two favorite versions:

    1. Use a salted caramel hot cocoa packet and caramel coffee creamer.
    2. For a seasonal twist, try a peppermint bark flavored coffee (I used a k-cup) and a peppermint flavored cocoa mix. Add in a little peppermint mocha creamer too.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    I recommend making this coffee when you're ready to drink as coffee is always best when freshly brewed.

    You can adjust the amount of creamer used and even swap the creamer for half and half or milk if desired.

    💭 FAQs

    What is hot chocolate and coffee mixed together called?

    Caffè mocha is hot chocolate and espresso added together. This recipe is similar but uses plain coffee instead of espresso. A more similar drink to this one would be the Dunkin Donuts Dunkaccino drink.

    Is hot chocolate good in coffee?

    YES! Hot chocolate brings a wonderful depth of flavor, sweetness, and richness to the coffee and they pair so well together.

    Do I need creamer in my hot chocolate coffee?

    No. Depending on the cocoa mix used and your taste preferences you may find that you don't need or want to use coffee creamer. This is perfectly fine as you can customize your mug to your own tastebuds.

    a mu of hot chocolate coffee topped with marshmallows and whipped cream

    More great beverage recipes to check out soon

    • Pineapple Slushie
    • Zombie Milkshake
    • Old Fashioned Lemonade
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    📖 Recipe

    a close up of a mug full of hot chocolate coffee with whipped cream and marshmallows
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    Hot Chocolate Coffee

    For a warm and comforting coffee recipe that's perfect all winter long, check out my hot chocolate coffee recipe. This comforting chocolate coffee combination is sure to wake you up with rich flavors and caffeine.
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 70kcal
    Cost Recipe $0.41
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    Equipment

    • Coffee Mug
    • Measuring Cups
    • Spoon

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cup Freshly brewed coffee ($0.08)
    • 1 packet (1oz) Hot cocoa mix ($0.31)
    • 2-3 Tablespoons Coffee creamer ($0.02)
    • Whipped cream or marshmallows *for garnish

    Instructions

    • Add the hot cocoa packet contents to your mug.
    • Brew the coffee into the cup (if using a Kcup) or pour freshly brewed coffee into the mug.
    • Stir until the hot cocoa mix is dissolved.
    • Stir in the coffee creamer. Use more or less depending on how you like it.
    • Top with marshmallows or whipped cream as desired.
    • Serve warm and enjoy!

    Notes

    Variations

    I have made this recipe so many different ways. Here are my two favorite versions:
    1. Use a salted caramel hot cocoa packet and caramel coffee creamer.
    2. For a seasonal twist, try a peppermint bark flavored coffee (I used a k-cup) and a peppermint flavored cocoa mix. Add in a little peppermint mocha creamer too.

    Recipe Tips

    • I recommend making this coffee when you're ready to drink as coffee is always best when freshly brewed.
    • You can adjust the amount of creamer used and even swap the creamer for half and half or milk if desired.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Author NicoleDurham
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
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