A delicious Nutella Hot Chocolate is often the best thing to enjoy on a cold winter’s day and this version is super tasty. Rich with chocolate and nutty flavors it is simple to prepare and delivers on flavor.
Sometimes all you need is a hot chocolate. There is nothing quite relaxing or enjoyable than sitting comfortably with a tasty hot cocoa in your hand and a Christmas movie.
Many of us will have our favorite hot chocolate drink. A store-bought brand perhaps or ready-made mix, but this Nutella Hot Chocolate recipe is going to beat them all.
This hot chocolate recipe is a little different than your traditional drink but is perfect for all chocolate lovers. Not only do you have that rich chocolate-y taste but the hazelnut flavors just transforms it. It’s like enjoying Nutella but just in drink form. We love it and we think you will do too.
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Why You’ll Love This Nutella Hot Chocolate
- Simple ingredients. You probably have most of them in your pantry already.
- An affordable drink. No need to pay for fancy hot chocolates when you can make incredible ones at home.
- Kid-friendly. Perfect for kids but you can also make an adult-only version.
- Easy to make. Two methods for you to try.
Ingredients Needed
- Whole milk
- Milk chocolate chips
- Nutella
- Cocoa powder
- Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream
- Marshmallows
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Crock Pot or Medium pot
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Mugs or Mason Jars
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How To Make The Nutella Hot Chocolate
You can make these easy Nutella Hot Chocolate on the stove or in the Slow Cooker. We have provided both methods for you.
Stove Top Instructions
- One of the traditional ways to make hot chocolate is on the stove. For this recipe, you need to whisk the milk, cocoa powder, Nutella, and chocolate chips in a medium-sized pot.
- Cook on medium-high heat until Nutella and chocolate chips melt fully. You will want to keep an eye on the pot.
- Simmer for 5-10 mins on a medium heat. Make sure you stir the hot chocolate mixture regularly to avoid the chocolate from burning.
- Serve with whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Enjoy!
Slowcooker instructions:
- A new way to make hot chocolate is in your slow cooker. Simple and easy to prepare you just add the cocoa powder, Nutella, milk, and chocolate chips to a slow cooker,
- Switch your slow cooker on low and let it do its thing for 2 hours. For this method, you just need to stir occasionally
- Serve with toppings and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Want to make an adults-only version? This would be a great option if you did. The best way to do that is to add a shot of your choice of alcohol into the mason jar or mug before you add the hot chocolate. It keeps the whole batch family friendly but you can make your own version suitable for you. Rum, hazelnut liqueur, Chocolate liqueur, or an Irish Cream Liquor would work so well!
Make your hot chocolate fancy. Melt down some Nutella, add to a piping bag, and drizzle over whipped cream, add some mini marshmallows, or Shave some chocolate and add it to the top. Yum!
Trade out your milk. Instead of using cow’s milk why not add to the overall flavor and use something different? Almond milk would work well as well as soy, oat milk, cashew milk or coconut milk. You could also try dairy-free milk if you wish.
Want to make this a mocha? You could add some shots of espresso if you want a caffeine hit. Make sure to use decaffeinated coffee if the kids are enjoying it.
What about making this an iced drink? If you want to enjoy this chocolate drink as a cold beverage then you can. You will need to let the hot chocolate cool completely and then add ice to it. Be mindful that the ice will dilute the flavors.
Do I have to use Nutella? Any chocolate hazelnut spread will work just as well.
Tips & Tricks
- The Slow Cooker Nutella hot chocolate will be hot when it’s cooked, so be careful when serving it to children. You may want to add it to a mug or mason jar and let it cool a little before they enjoy it.
- Whole milk is the preferred option for hot chocolate because of its fat content, but you can use other milk if you prefer.
- If using the stovetop Nutella hot chocolate method then make sure you stir it often to avoid the chocolate from burning. Burnt chocolate is bitter and will change the whole flavor of the drink.
- The perfect hot chocolate drink to enjoy on the go if you are out and about doing all of the festive things.
Storage
This is a drink that is best enjoyed straight away. The nature of the ingredients does mean that it doesn’t store them for too long.
You may be able to keep it in an airtight container for up to a day in the refrigerator. If you do make sure that you let it cool down completely. However, we wouldn’t recommend any longer than that.
FAQ
Can you freeze this creamy Nutella hot chocolate?
This is an indulgent hot chocolate that we don’t recommend that you freeze. This is best enjoyed as you make it due to the nature of the ingredients.
What should I do with any leftover Nutella?
There are so many things you can do with any leftover Nutella. You can use it as a dip, bake with it, or spread it on some bread or toast. Yum!
Does Nutella taste good with milk?
The answer is yes! This Nutella hot chocolate is a revelation. The Nutella melts really well when heated with the milk, and creates a creamy, frothy, and tasty hot cocoa drink for you to enjoy. You can also combine it to make a cold drink. The Nutella will need to be melted separately before being added to the milk.
Other hot chocolate recipes
- Hot chocolate latte – It’s a delicious cup of your favorite hot chocolate but caffeinated and super-charged.
- Frozen hot chocolate bombs – This is a fun and easy way to get kids in the kitchen to make a fun and exciting drink to enjoy.
- Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs – A fun and creative way to celebrate and enjoy the winter and cold seasons.
Nutella Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- ¼ cup milk chocolate chips
- 8 ounces nutella
- 2 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- whipped cream
- marshmallows
Instructions
Stove Top Instructions
- One of the traditional ways to make hot chocolate is on the stove. For this recipe, you need to whisk the milk, cocoa powder, Nutella, and chocolate chips in a medium-sized pot.
- Cook on medium-high heat until Nutella and chocolate chips melt fully. You will want to keep an eye on the pot.
- Simmer for 5-10 mins on a medium heat. Make sure you stir the hot chocolate mixture regularly to avoid the chocolate from burning.
- Serve with whipped cream or marshmallows.
- Enjoy!
Slowcooker instructions:
- A new way to make hot chocolate is in your slow cooker. Simple and easy to prepare you just add the cocoa powder, Nutella, milk, and chocolate chips to a slow cooker,
- Switch your slow cooker on low and let it do its thing for 2 hours. For this method, you just need to stir occasionally
- Serve with toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- The Slow Cooker Nutella hot chocolate will be hot when it’s cooked, so be careful when serving it to children. You may want to add it to a mug or mason jar and let it cool a little before they enjoy it.
- Whole milk is the preferred option for hot chocolate because of its fat content, but you can use other milk if you prefer.
- If using the stovetop Nutella hot chocolate method then make sure you stir it often to avoid the chocolate from burning. Burnt chocolate is bitter and will change the whole flavor of the drink.
- The perfect hot chocolate drink to enjoy on the go if you are out and about doing all of the festive things.
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