Description
The Dirty Snowman is a decadent adult hot chocolate cocktail featuring rich vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup, and a blend of liqueurs such as Kahlua and dark creme de cacao. Perfectly garnished with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles, this indulgent drink combines creamy, chocolaty, and boozy flavors for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Glass Rim
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
- 1 tablespoon chocolate sprinkles
For the Drink
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream (1 large scoop)
- 1/4 cup Kahlua (or RumChata or Bailey’s)
- 1 tablespoon dark creme de cacao liqueur
- 1 cup hot chocolate
For Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Place the chocolate syrup on a small plate. Turn the glass mug upside down and dip its rim into the chocolate syrup, making sure it is evenly coated.
- Coat the Rim with Sprinkles: Immediately dip the syrup-coated rim into a shallow tray of chocolate sprinkles to cover the rim completely. Set aside.
- Add Ice Cream: Place a large scoop (about 1/2 cup) of vanilla ice cream into the prepared mug.
- Pour the Liqueurs: Add 1/4 cup of Kahlua and 1 tablespoon of dark creme de cacao liqueur directly over the ice cream in the mug.
- Pour Hot Chocolate: Pour 1 cup of hot chocolate over the ice cream and liqueur mixture.
- Garnish: Top the drink with homemade whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, and additional chocolate sprinkles to taste. Optionally, drizzle more chocolate syrup on top.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the drink right away with a spoon and/or straw, as the hot chocolate will quickly melt the ice cream.
Notes
- Prepare the drink just before serving to enjoy the perfect texture, as the hot chocolate melts the ice cream rapidly.
- You can mix the hot chocolate and liquors in advance, but pour over the ice cream in individual glasses shortly before serving for best results.
- Use quality hot chocolate mix or freshly made hot chocolate to ensure rich, delicious flavor; brands like Hershey’s or Ghirardelli are recommended.
- Experiment with different liquors like rum, coconut rum, or peppermint schnapps for a festive twist; chocolate vodka is also a great option.
- For a kid-friendly version, omit the alcoholic spirits and serve as a rich hot chocolate treat with ice cream and toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
