Cookies & Cream Hot Chocolate

Jul 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Cookies & Cream Hot Chocolate in a ceramic mug

A creamy hot chocolate infused with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a cookies & cream flavor.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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2.0 tbsp (10.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
10.0 fl oz (295.0 ml)whole milk
3.0 (30.0 g)chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed

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Instructions

Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 oz (60 ml) of whole milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk until smooth, then add the remaining milk and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
Heat to steaming, whisking frequently to blend the cookies smoothly, without boiling.
Pour into a mug and serve.

Tips

For smoother texture, crush the cookies finely or strain after heating if desired. Substitute almond milk for a dairy-free version.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cookies & cream hot chocolate?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cookies & cream hot chocolate ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make cookies & cream hot chocolate dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A creamy hot chocolate infused with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a cookies & cream flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

317 Calories / serving

11.4g Fat

48.6g Carbs

11.7g Protein

43.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~317 cal · 11g fat · 49g carbs · 12g protein · 44g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 317 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 60 min·3.5 mi·~7000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 43 min·2.2 mi·~4300 steps
Moderate cycling 32 min·6.4 mi
Swimming laps 44 min
Jogging 31 min·2.6 mi·~4950 steps
Stair climbing 29 min·~2600 steps
Dancing 52 min
Bodyweight circuit training 32 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 74 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.