Description
The Dirty Snowman is a decadent and creamy hot chocolate cocktail featuring a chocolate-dipped rim, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, rich liqueurs like Kahlua and creme de cacao, and topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. It’s a deliciously indulgent drink perfect for cozy evenings or holiday celebrations, combining the warmth of hot chocolate with the smoothness of liqueurs and the luxury of melting ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Rim and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
- 1 tablespoon chocolate sprinkles
- Whipped cream (for garnish)
- Mini chocolate chips (for garnish)
- Chocolate sprinkles (for garnish)
- Chocolate syrup (for garnish)
Main Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the Mug Rim: Pour chocolate syrup onto a small plate. Turn your glass mug upside down and carefully dip the rim into the chocolate syrup, coating it evenly.
- Coat with Chocolate Sprinkles: Immediately dip the syrup-coated rim of the mug into a shallow tray filled with chocolate sprinkles, ensuring the rim is fully covered for a decorative and tasty edge.
- Add Ice Cream: Place one large scoop (1/2 cup) of vanilla ice cream directly into the prepared mug.
- Pour Liquors: Add 1/4 cup Kahlua and 1 tablespoon dark creme de cacao liqueur over the ice cream in the mug.
- Add Hot Chocolate: Slowly pour 1 cup of hot chocolate over the ice cream and liquor mixture, allowing the ice cream to begin melting into the warm beverage.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the drink with homemade whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, additional chocolate sprinkles, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup as desired. Serve immediately with a spoon or straw to enjoy the creamy, luscious layers.
Notes
- Serve immediately after preparation to prevent the ice cream from completely melting and losing the dessert-like texture.
- You can prepare the hot chocolate and liquor mixture in advance but pour it over the ice cream just before serving.
- Use a quality hot chocolate mix such as Hershey’s or Ghirardelli for the best flavor.
- Feel free to substitute the liqueurs with alternatives like rum, coconut rum, Bailey’s, or chocolate vodka.
- Add a peppermint twist by using peppermint schnapps and crushed candy canes as toppings for a festive option.
- For a kid-friendly version, omit the liqueurs and Kahlua and enjoy a creamy hot chocolate float.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
