Busch Gardens Hot Chocolate (Homemade Recipe)
Bring the magic of Busch Gardens home with this rich, creamy hot chocolate. Made with milk, cream, and real chocolate, it’s topped with festive extras—and can be served family‑friendly or with a peach schnapps twist for adults.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Heat‑safe mugs
- Optional: small ladle
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Nestlé hot cocoa mix or ½ cup semi‑sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Toppings whipped cream, mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint candy
Instructions
- Warm the base: Pour the milk and heavy cream into a medium saucepan. Heat gently over medium until steam rises—avoid boiling to keep it smooth.
- Add the chocolate: Using hot cocoa mix: whisk directly into the warm milk until dissolved.Using chocolate chips + cocoa powder + sugar: add them now and whisk until melted and glossy.
- Build the flavor: Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Whisk for 1–2 minutes until the hot chocolate is silky and slightly thickened.
- Make it your ownFamily‑friendly version: Pour straight into mugs.Adult version: Remove from heat, then stir in peach schnapps before serving.
- Dress it up: Top with whipped cream, a handful of mini marshmallows, or a sprinkle of crushed candy canes for a festive finish.
