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    Home » Beverages » Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate with Melted Ice Cream

    Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate with Melted Ice Cream

    Published: Jan 31, 2021 by Linda Warren

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    Rich, thick and chocolaty, this Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate really hits the spot. Melted ice cream is added to rich cocoa to make a creamy beverage so decadent you might just think it's dessert. Serve topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce whenever you want to take the chill out of winter. It's lick your lips delicious!

    Two hot chocolates with whipped cream and caramel sauce with scoop of ice cream and marshmallows on the table.

    Hot chocolate is one of my best childhood memories. My mom used to make the best cocoa and she'd always have some ready when I came home from ice skating at the park.

    So whenever I want to warm up with a little comfort food, hot cocoa is it! I've made Mexican Hot Chocolate with a touch of cinnamon and Kahlua Hot Chocolate with a bit of a kick, but this Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate has got to be the most decadent and delicious of the bunch.

    Closeup of whipped cream topped melted ice cream hot chocolate in mug.

    This Melted Ice Cream Hot Chocolate is incredibly easy to make and uses only a few simple ingredients. Milk, a little sugar, your favorite ice cream, in this case sea salt caramel and powdered cocoa, dark chocolate being the best! You can make it on the stovetop or, even easier, using the microwave, and whip it up in under 10 minutes.

    Of course, the toppings can make it even more indulgent and run anywhere from simple whipped cream to drizzles of caramel and chocolate sauce, mini-marshmallows and colorful sprinkles.

    Variations

    This creamy hot chocolate can be enjoyed all different ways. Serve it with your favorite ingredients or set up a DIY Hot Chocolate Bar and let everyone add the flavors they want, from ice cream to liquor, to toppings.

    • Change up the flavor of ice cream. Try Peanut Butter Chip, Butter Pecan (or Bourbon Praline Pecan - yum), Mint Chocolate Chip, Coffee or even Rocky Road.
    • Add a bit of a kick, about 2 ounces, of your favorite liquor such as Kahlua, whiskey, bourbon, brandy, peppermint schnapps, marshmallow, mint or vanilla vodka, tequila, Drambuie or even red wine.
    • Touch it up with some spices. Cinnamon is always a favorite, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom and even cayenne.
    • Replace about ¼ cup of the milk with a flavored coffee cream such as French Vanilla or a seasonal flavor like eggnog, pumpkin or peppermint.

    How to make Melted Ice Cream Hot Chocolate

    Prep steps to make salted caramel hot chocolate.

    1. Gather the ingredients. Chocolate powder brings the hot chocolate flavor, ice cream for added flavor and creaminess, sugar for a touch of sweetness and milk for the base. (photo 1)
    2. Place sugar and cocoa powder in saucepan or a microwavable-safe measuring cup. (photo 2)
    3. Add milk. (photo 3)
    4. Bring to a boil just until all sugar is dissolved or heat in microwave for 60 seconds, stirring halfway. (photo 4)
    5. Add ice cream and stir until melted. Reheat if it is not hot enough for your tastes. (photo 5)
    6. Pour into mug and garnish as desired. (photo 6)

    Overhead of hot chocolate with whipped cream, marshmallows and caramel sauce.

    This Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is likely to become your all-time favorite way to keep warm this winter. It's sweet, creamy and unbelievably heavenly but, be warned, it will spoil you for all other hot chocolates. So wrap your hands around a mug, savor and enjoy!

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    Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

    Rich and chocolaty, this Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is lick your lips delicious. Melted ice cream makes it so decadent you might just think it's dessert.
    5 from 10 votes
    Print Rate
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 7 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 291kcal
    Author: Linda Warren

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup sugar (use less if you like a less sweet beverage)
    • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 cup salted caramel ice cream (½ pint)
    • Garnishes: whipped cream marshmallows, caramel sauce, pinch of sea salt

    Instructions

    • Place milk, cocoa powder and sugar in a microwave safe measuring cup and heat for about 60 seconds, stirring after 30 seconds. Make sure all the sugar has dissolved.
    • Whisk in softened ice cream and blend well. You can reheat it in the microwave for 30 seconds if the temperature has cooled down too much.
    • Pour into mug and top with whipped cream, a few marshmallows and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

    Notes

    Variations

    This creamy hot chocolate can be enjoyed all different ways. Serve it with your favorite ingredients or set up a DIY Hot Chocolate Bar and let everyone add the flavors they want, from ice cream to liquor, to toppings. 
    • Change up the flavor of ice cream. Try Peanut Butter Chip, Butter Pecan (or Bourbon Praline Pecan - yum), Mint Chocolate Chip, Coffee or even Rocky Road.
    • Add a bit of a kick, about 2 ounces, of your favorite liquor such as Kahlua, whiskey, bourbon, brandy, peppermint schnapps, marshmallow, mint or vanilla vodka, tequila, Drambuie or even red wine.
    • Touch it up with some spices. Cinnamon is always a favorite, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom and even cayenne.
    • Replace about ¼ cup of the milk with a flavored coffee cream such as French Vanilla or a seasonal flavor like eggnog, pumpkin or peppermint.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 571mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 202mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Comments

    1. Jenny says

      January 16, 2023 at 5:32 am

      5 stars
      This is the most decadent hot drink! I love how it looks, and it looks perfect for guests. We are planning a big family get-together soon, and I bet this salted caramel hot chocolate will be the star of the weekend. Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    2. Amy says

      January 15, 2023 at 7:20 pm

      5 stars
      I made this decadent hot cocoa as dessert for a dinner party. And I also added some Baily's too! Rave reviews from everyone.

      Reply
    3. Alex says

      January 15, 2023 at 3:56 pm

      5 stars
      This hot chocolate was so quick and easy to make! We all loved the dark chocolaty taste and we'll be making it again soon. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        January 26, 2023 at 2:53 pm

        Yay! Dark chocolate is the best! Hope it keeps you warm this winter.

        Reply
    4. Erin says

      January 15, 2023 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      I'm so intrigued by the amount of cocoa powder in here! It sounds so super chocolaty. I can't wait to try it! I know my son will flip for it.

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        January 26, 2023 at 2:54 pm

        It is rich and chocolatey and perfect for a sweet indulgent treat.

        Reply
    5. Veronika says

      January 14, 2023 at 3:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is my new favorite treat! It was so easy to make and tastes amazing 😉

      Reply
    6. Loreto and Nicoletta says

      January 14, 2023 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      Okay, I am falling over! This is just top elevated hot chocolate! Salted caramel, icecream. Talk about decadent!
      This is self love in a mug!
      Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    7. Mikayla says

      January 12, 2023 at 11:44 pm

      5 stars
      So much better than any salted caramel hot chocolate that you can get at a fancy chain. Fun to make with your kiddos too!

      Reply
    8. Elaine says

      January 12, 2023 at 10:44 am

      5 stars
      My mouth waters just from looking at this recipe. I can only imagine what will happen when I make it lol

      Reply
    9. Marta says

      January 09, 2023 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      This salted caramel hot chocolate was exactly what our campfire night needed this past weekend. I never knew how good salted caramel and hot cocoa would be together, but I'm glad I found out.

      Reply
    10. Gloria says

      January 09, 2023 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      Well isn't this a delicious treat for warming up for the cold. Perfect for movie night too. My grandkids will love this.

      Reply
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