The Ultimate Spiked Hot Chocolate

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes 

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients 

4 cups Zeal Creamery Chocolate Milk 

8 ounces good quality semi-sweet chocolate, chopped  

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 

¼ teaspoon kosher salt 

Pinch cayenne pepper, optional 

4 ounces bourbon, optional 

For Serving 

Whipped cream, shaved chocolate, & cinnamon sugar 

Directions 

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the Zeal Creamery Chocolate Milk, chocolate, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne, if using. 

2. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until mixture is smooth and creamy and chocolate is melted, about 10-12 minutes.

3. Add bourbon to hot chocolate mixture and whisk to combine. 

4. Divide among mugs, then top with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and cinnamon sugar.