Velvet Wine Chocolate

Velvet Wine Chocolate is a decadent and indulgent cocktail, blending the rich flavors of red wine and hot chocolate into a gloriously boozy treat. It's the perfect choice for a cozy evening in or a snowy day indulgence, offering a delightful combination of chocolatey richness and the subtle undertones of dry red wine. The warmth of the wine and the comforting essence of hot chocolate unite to create a truly luxurious beverage that's exclusively for adults.

Velvet Wine Chocolate

A rich and boozy hot chocolate cocktail infused with the luxurious flavors of red wine, making it the ultimate adult snow day treat.

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Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 tbsp semisweet chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp dry red wine (merlot, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon)
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp half and half
  • 1 tbsp sugar, optional (see notes)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the chocolate chips, wine, milk, half and half, and sugar (if using).
  2. Stir constantly until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is hot.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and salt.
  4. Pour the decadent mixture into a mug and serve.