Hawaiian Hot Chocolate

Name: Hawaiian Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 cups half-and-half; 1 cup 2% milk; 0.5 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon coconut extract; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.5 cup whipped cream, or more to taste; 0.25 cup toasted, shredded coconut

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I created this drink from the memories of a trip to Hawaii, where I met my (now) husband. Surprisingly, it does get chilly in Hawaii, especially at night and in cold, rainy regions. This is a different take on the usual cold and frozen Hawaiian libations.

Recipe by L Mac

Updated on September 28, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

3 cups half-and-half
1 cup 2% milk
½ cup white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon coconut extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup whipped cream, or more to taste
¼ cup toasted, shredded coconut

Directions

Whisk half-and-half, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder in a saucepan over medium-high heat until cocoa and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat when mixture begins to steam, 5 to 10 minutes.
Whisk vanilla extract, coconut extract, and salt into cocoa mixture. Pour into glasses and top each with whipped cream and toasted coconut.

Cook's Notes:

Can substitute coconut emulsion for coconut extract. Coconut emulsion pairs well with cocoa better than coconut extracts that I have tried. Likely due to less alcohol in the emulsion. The emulsion I use has a strong flavor, and recipes may need to be adjusted based on flavor and your preference.

Add 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut rum to each mug before serving to make an adult version of this hot chocolate.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

445	Calories
27g	Fat
45g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 445
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g	34%
Saturated Fat 17g	85%
Cholesterol 78mg	26%
Sodium 365mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 45g	16%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 10g
Vitamin C 2mg	9%
Calcium 284mg	22%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 528mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.