Dirty Snowman

If you’re looking for a boozy winter drink, you’ve gotta try this Dirty Snowman. Made with hot chocolate, vanilla ice cream, Bailey’s, and chocolate liqueur, this Dirty Snowman drink is a decadent adult hot chocolate.

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Ice cream, hot chocolate, and alcohol? Yes, please! It’s the ultimate dessert drink and one of the best ways to spike your classic hot chocolate! Rich hot chocolate, vanilla ice cream, and sweet creamy Bailey’s complement each other so well in this boozy sweet treat. What are you waiting for? Let’s learn how to make this delicious adult hot chocolate recipe.

Dirty Snowman Ingredients

This adult hot chocolate uses only 4 easy-to-find ingredients.

Hot Chocolate. Use your favorite hot chocolate and have it hot and ready for this recipe.
Bailey’s Irish Cream. This Irish cream liqueur adds a sweet, creamy touch to any cocktail, including this Chocolate White Russian.
Chocolate Liqueur. You can find chocolate liqueur in milk, dark, or white chocolate varieties. All would be delicious, so choose the one you prefer most.
Vanilla Ice Cream. You could also try other flavors of ice cream like chocolate or peppermint.

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How to Make a Dirty Snowman

Making this Dirty Snowman cocktail is easier than you think! You’ll love watching the vanilla ice cream melt as you stir it into the hot chocolate. Below is a brief overview of how to make this boozy hot chocolate. For the full recipe and measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Pour Baileys, chocolate liqueur, and prepared hot chocolate into a glass or mug.
Add the vanilla ice cream on top.
Stir and enjoy!

Since this drink can be served warm or cold, make sure you prepare the hot chocolate accordingly.

FAQ

What kind of alcohol is Bailey’s?

It is a liqueur made with Irish whiskey, cream, and cocoa that’s manufactured in Ireland.

What is a Dirty Snowman?

It’s a cup of hot chocolate, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, with a splash of both Baileys and chocolate liqueur.

Front facing photo of Dirty Snowman with Bailey's Irish cream being poured into a glass mug.

Front facing photo of Dirty Snowman with chocolate liqueur being poured into the glass mug.

How to Serve

This adult hot chocolate can be served warm or cold. Serve your Dirty Snowman Hot Chocolate in a mug or glass tumbler. Top with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, crushed chocolate, or any combination. Garnish the rim of your glass by dipping it into chocolate syrup. It’s a perfectly sweet dessert cocktail to enjoy after a long day.

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Dirty Snowman

Serves: drink

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Prep: 5

Total: 5

If you’re looking for a boozy winter drink, you've gotta try this Dirty Snowman. Made with hot chocolate, vanilla ice cream, Bailey's, and chocolate liqueur, this Dirty Snowman drink is an adult hot chocolate that's rich and decadent.

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