It's winter time, which means warm fires, cozy blankets, and lots of movies. Staying warm, though, can be a challenge through these chilly months. One of my favorite ways to stay warm for the next few months is drinking hot chocolate. It is a classic drink that warms you up and just makes you happy because... chocolate. Sometimes, though, the classic mix just doesn't cut it; sometimes you want a little something extra! This winter if you are craving a better cocoa check out some of these recipes!

1. Mexican Hot Chocolate

This spicy cocoa will definitely keep you hot this winter with the added cayenne pepper. Supposedly, mixing cayenne pepper with dark chocolate brings out the rich cocoa flavor. Click here for the recipe.

2. Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

Trendy, trendy! Salted caramel is so fetchthese days, I even heard Regina George is into it. For this tweet and savory treat click here.

3. Peppermint Hot Chocolate

The Christmas season will never end! When there a snow on the ground and a fire blazing, you really just need Christmas in a cup, even if it is the middle of January. To concoct this Buddy the Elf worthy drink, click here.

4. Orange Hot Chocolate

Being from Florida, oranges are practically in my DNA. Not only do I love them in their own right, but mixed with chocolate they are even better. Click here for this sunny treat.

5. Frozen Hot Chocolate

Even though this isn't exactly warm, it is still one of the most decadently delicious chocolate beverages out there. Just drink it, you won't regret it. If you dare, click here.

I hope you all enjoy the amazing concoctions. Stay warm, ladies and gents.