9 hot chocolate recipes

Slow cooker hot chocolate

Indulge in the ultimate rich and velvety treat with our slow cooker hot chocolate. Let it simmer to perfection, then top with whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon or chilli for a luxurious twist.

Vegan hot chocolate

Turn everybody’s favourite hot drink vegan with oat or almond milk alternatives, topped with whipped plant-based cream.

Christmas hot chocolate

This ultra-Christmassy drink sees hot chocolate infused with festive flavours such as cinnamon and nutmeg topped with squirty cream or your favourite toppings.

White hot chocolate

Go all out with a large mug of velvety white hot chocolate, garnished with white chocolate fingers, mini marshmallows and whipped cream.

Spiked hot chocolate

Comforting, boozy hot chocolate recipe from Mr Lyan's book Good Things to Drink with Mr Lyan and Friends. Take hot chocolate to the next level with chartreuse and poire william.

Luxury hot chocolate with mix ’n’ match toppings

Try this indulgent drink with the whole family. Set up a little table outside with all the toppings, then let people help themselves to create their own take on the ultimate hot chocolate.

Smoky, boozy hot chocolate

How do you make a mug of homemade hot chocolate even better? Add booze, of course! Mezcal or very peaty scotch whisky lends a welcome kick, and there's chilli in there for a bit of heat, too.

Orange hot chocolate

This rich and creamy hot chocolate comes with zingy notes of orange and intensity from dark chocolate. Add an extra layer of luxury if you like with a tot of spiced rum.