Creamy Coconut Hot Chocolate with Condensed Milk

8 servingsmediumMexican
Creamy Coconut Hot Chocolate with Condensed Milk

Rich hot chocolate made with sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and coconut extract. This warming beverage combines simple ingredients for a smooth, indulgent drink. Stir constantly over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil, then serve immediately, optionally topped with marshmallows for extra comfort.

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 6 cup water, hot
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk,
    evaporated milk + 1/2 cup sugar1:1dairy

    less rich texture

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  • cup cocoa powder,
    unsweetened chocolate0.5 oz per 1/4 cup cocoadairy

    melts into liquid

    Full guide →
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder,
    unsweetened chocolate0.5 oz per 1/4 cup cocoadairy

    melts into liquid

    Full guide →
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon coconut extract,
    vanilla extract1:1

    different flavor profile

    Full guide →
  • teaspoon salt,
  • marshmallows, (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine water, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, coconut extract, and salt in a medium saucepan

  2. 2

    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly

  3. 3

    Bring to a slow boil

  4. 4

    Remove from heat

  5. 5

    Serve with marshmallows if desired

Tips

Tip 1

Stir constantly to prevent scorching and ensure even heating

Tip 2

A slow boil prevents the mixture from boiling over

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat or in microwave, stirring occasionally.

Make Ahead

Combine dry ingredients (cocoa and salt) in advance. Store in an airtight container. Prepare the full mixture up to 1 hour ahead; reheat before serving.

Serve With

Pour into mugs and top with marshmallows if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Common Mistakes

Watch

Do not use high heat to avoid scorching the condensed milk and cocoa

Watch

Do not stop stirring to avoid lumps and uneven cooking

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

sweetened condensed milk
evaporated milk + 1/2 cup sugar1:1dairy

less rich texture

Full guide →
cocoa powder
unsweetened chocolate0.5 oz per 1/4 cup cocoadairy

melts into liquid

Full guide →

General Alternatives

coconut extract
vanilla extract1:1

different flavor profile

Full guide →
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