Active Time

　　15 minutes

　　Total Time

　　15 minutes

　　Butter adds velvety texture and comforting flavor to this warming cocktail. Omit the rum and it's an equally delicious alcohol-free treat for anyone to enjoy.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 4 drinks

　　1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

　　2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

　　1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar

　　1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

　　1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

　　3/4 cup dark rum

　　1/2 cup heavy cream

　　Freshly grated nutmeg (for serving)

　　

Step 1

Melt butter and chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl in short bursts in the microwave, stirring after each burst, or set over a saucepan of barely simmering water (do not let water touch bowl), stirring, until smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

　　

Step 2

Bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and whisk in rum and chocolate mixture until combined.

　　

Step 3

Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.

　　

Step 4

Reheat hot chocolate, if needed, then divide among mugs. Top generously with whipped cream and nutmeg.