03/13/2024
Spiked Hot Chocolate
KAHLÚA MARSHMALLOWS (OPTIONAL)
1/4 c. water
3 1/2 tsp. unflavored gelatin powder (from 1 1/2 packets)
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/3 c. (40 g.) powdered sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
Cooking spray
1/2 c. (100 g.) granulated sugar
1/3 c. light corn syrup
1/4 c. Kahlúa
SPIKED HOT CHOCOLATE
2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
3 c. whole or nut milk, divided
4 oz. (1/4 c.) semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 c. bourbon whiskey
2 tbsp. Kahlúa
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
KAHLÚA MARSHMALLOWS (OPTIONAL)
Step 1
In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk water, gelatin, and salt to combine. Let bloom 10 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, into a small bowl, sift powdered sugar and cornstarch. Grease an 8" square pan with cooking spray. Dust pan with powdered sugar mixture, pouring any excess into another small bowl.
Step 3
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and Kahlúa. Cook, undisturbed, until an instant-read thermometer registers 240°. Remove from heat.
Step 4
Beat gelatin mixture on medium speed and slowly stream hot sugar syrup into bowl. Increase speed to medium-high and continue to beat until mixture is fluffy and airy, about 12 minutes. Grease a rubber spatula and offset spatula with cooking spray.
Step 5
Using rubber spatula, quickly transfer mixture to prepared pan. Spread with offset spatula to smooth into an even layer. Let marshmallows set at least 3 hours or up to 6.
Step 6
Dust a knife or cookie cutter with reserved powdered sugar mixture. Cut marshmallows into desired shapes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to use.
SPIKED HOT CHOCOLATE
Step 1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk cocoa powder and 1/4 cup milk until combined, then whisk in remaining 2 3/4 cups milk. Once mixture is hot but not simmering, whisk in chocolate and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in whiskey, Kalhúa, vanilla, and salt until combined.
Step 2
Divide hot chocolate among mugs. Top with cream and marshmallows, if using.