Easy Dirty Snowman Cocktail – An indulgent adult drink made with hot chocolate, Baileys Irish Cream, vanilla or chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles. The ultimate holiday and winter dessert cocktail!
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Dirty Snowman (Boozy Hot Chocolate Recipe)
The Dirty Snowman is a delicious adult cocktail made with a decadent combination of hot chocolate, Baileys Irish Cream, vanilla or chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles. Best of all, it’s so easy to make. Perfect for holiday parties, winter get-togethers, or a fun pick-me-up on a cold, snowy day.
This photo shows a Dirty Snowman cocktail served in a clear mug glass, topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. Behind the mug is a decorative snowman figurine. Nest to the mug is a bottle of Baileys and a can of whipped cream.
What You Need to Make a Dirty Snowman Cocktail
favorite hot chocolate
Baileys Irish Cream
vanilla or chocolate ice cream
whipped cream
sprinkles
This photo shows all the ingredients needed to make a Dirty Snowman Cocktail on a kitchen table.
How to Make a Dirty Snowman Hot Chocolate Cocktail
Make 1 cup of your favorite hot chocolate (you can make it in a measuring cup, this makes it easier to pour into a mug). Add 1 1/2 ounces of Baileys Irish Cream and stir.
This photo shows the drink served in a short white wine tumbler with a silver metal straw. Next to the drink is a bottle of Baileys.
Wine tumblers work great!
Add a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream in a mug. Pour prepared hot chocolate/Baileys over top. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles. Enjoy!
This photo shows the drink served in a mug with whipped cream and red sprinkles. Behind the mug is another drink in a clear glass mug next to a snowman figurine and a bottle of Baileys Irish Crème.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best hot chocolate to use?
Use your favorite mix or from scratch – just be sure you use one that has milk to keep the richness of the drink.
What is the best flavor of ice cream for a Dirty Snowman cocktail?
Vanilla and Chocolate are best! If you are a chocolate fan…use chocolate ice cream!!
What other alcohols can you use other than Baileys Irish Cream in a Dirty Snowman?
Kahlua and Chocolate Vodka are great alternatives.
What are the best garnishes/ toppings for a Dirty Snowman Cocktail?
You can top a Dirty Snowman with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, mini chocolate chips, chocolate syrup drizzle, chocolate sprinkles, sugar sprinkles. You can also do a chocolate syrup rimmed glass that’s dipped in sprinkles or chocolate shavings. There are so many fun, festive ways to serve this drink.
Is the Dirty Snowman Cocktail hot?
No, the ice cream cools down the hot chocolate. But if you want a hot drink, just skip the ice cream.
This photo shows a Dirty Snowman cocktail served in a clear mug glass, topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles.
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This photo shows a Dirty Snowman cocktail served in a clear mug glass, topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. Next to the mug is a bottle of Baileys Irish Crème.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a sponsored post. I have no affiliation with any of the products used in this recipe.
This photo shows a Dirty Snowman cocktail served in a clear mug glass, topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles.
Easy Dirty Snowman Cocktail (Adult Hot Chocolate)
An indulgent adult drink made with hot chocolate, Baileys Irish Cream, ice cream, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles. The ultimate holiday and winter dessert cocktail!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time
5minutes mins
Course
Appetizer, cocktails, Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine
American
Servings
1
Ingredients
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1 cup favorite hot chocolate (use a mix or from scratch) – use milk based hot chocolate
1 scoop vanilla or chocolate ice cream
1 ½ ounces Baileys Irish Cream – add more if you like
Garnish/Toppings
whipped cream
sprinkles
Instructions
Make 1 cup of your favorite hot chocolate (you can make it in a measuring cup, this makes it easier to pour into a mug).
Add 1 1/2 ounces of Baileys Irish Cream to the hot chocolate and stir.
Add a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream in a mug.
Pour prepared hot chocolate/Baileys over top.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkles.
Notes
TIPS
Use your favorite hot chocolate mix or from scratch – just make sure you use one that has milk to keep the richness of the drink.
Vanilla and Chocolate ice cream are best. If you are a chocolate fan…use chocolate ice cream!
Kahlua and Chocolate Vodka are great alternatives to Baileys Irish Cream.
You can top a Dirty Snowman with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup drizzle, mini chocolate chips, chocolate sprinkles, sugar sprinkles. You can also do a chocolate syrup rimmed glass that’s dipped in sprinkles or chocolate shavings. There are so many fun, festive ways to serve this drink.
