Caramel {ice}Cream Hot Cocoa Recipe #SwissMissMoments

This post is sponsored by Swiss Miss, but all opinions expressed are my own.

Nothing screams winter cozy quite like a hot cup of cocoa. I can’t have a cup without being reminded of all the times as a kid, coming in from playing in the Minnesota snow. We would be greeted by a nice, warm steaming cup of hot cocoa from my Mom. What a treat.

As an adult, a delicious cup of hot cocoa is an invitation to take a time out from the hurry of life. To just sit and relax. Indulge a bit. Stay and sip the whole thing while it’s warm. When you combine that with your family? There’s nothing better. That’s cozy in a cup.

While hot cocoa is amazing all on it’s own, I decided to have a little fun this time around and create a new treat. I am a huge caramel enthusiast, and combining that flavor with the velvety smooth chocolate of Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix was a no brainer. I also added a scoop of ice cream- I don’t know about you, but I am someone who doesn’t like her hot drinks scalding hot. I want to prepare a cup, and then sit down and enjoy right away, without waiting for it to cool down. And as a mother, I know kids like this as well! They went nuts over this special hot cocoa treat, and I think yours will too! Getting them in on the fun of making it creates a memorable time as well- so set out the ingredients and let them have fun!

Ingredients: Hot cocoa packets, vanilla ice cream, caramel bits (or any flavor of “chocolate” chips, and caramel sauce.

Start with your favorite hot cocoa mix- I used Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix- it’s a delicious classic you can trust!

Mmmm! Smells great right out of the packet.

Pour in 8 oz of boiling water and stir. Since the ice cream will cool it off, I definitely suggest boiling water. You could also do milk, but I knew this was going to be a rich cup anyway so I just went with water.

Add in that scoop of vanilla! Feel free to use any flavor of ice cream you want, I’m a fan of classic vanilla, especially when mixing with the creamy hot cocoa! For the kids I filled a bowl with mini ice cream scoops ahead of time, then put it back in the freezer until we were ready. Then they could spoon a few small scoops into their drink!

Time for a few caramel bits! These are so delicious- they don’t melt all the way, but I so enjoyed digging them out with a spoon. Any type of “chocolate” chip would work too- like mint, white chocolate, caramel, etc.

Drizzle generously with caramel sauce and you’re ready to enjoy!

Seriously. So. Good.

The perfect mixture for a snowy winter day- so gather your family, create -some delicious together, and snuggle in! Use this time to slow down and stay present, enjoying your family, one sip of cocoa at a time!

If this recipe doesn’t tickle your fancy, there are many other recipes to try at loveeverylastbite.com/swiss-miss!

They LOVED it! It’s such a delicious cup of cocoa.

These old fashioned milk bottles are perfect for kiddos to enjoy their cup!

Caramel {ice}Cream Hot Cocoa Recipe

Makes 4

Ingredients:

4 Packets Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix
4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream (or the equivalent in mini-scoops)
1/2 to 1 cup Caramel Bits (or any flavor of “chocolate” chips
Enough Caramel Sauce to Drizzle

Steps:

Place Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix in mug
Add 8 oz boiling water and stir
Plop in scoop of ice cream
Top with caramel bits
Drizzle with caramel sauce

Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix is available at your local Walmart!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

160 calories per serving, this delicious drink will warm and delight with every mug.
Warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa with the milk chocolatey taste and aroma you crave
Crafted with premium cocoa and nonfat milk
Contains no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, flavors, or colors
99.9% caffeine free, so you can enjoy anytime
Just empty this mix into a mug, add water or milk, and then stir, sip, and savor
This gluten free treat brings a smile with every sip