10 Amazing Peppermint Hot Chocolate Secrets
Enjoy a rich, comforting hot chocolate with a refreshing burst of peppermint. This recipe brings warmth and holiday cheer to your cup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Milk (whole or preferred type): 4 cups
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (adjust to taste)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 2 ounces
- Peppermint extract: 1/2 teaspoon
- Peppermint candy canes: for garnish
Instructions
- Pour milk into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Do not let it boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar.
- Slowly whisk the dry ingredients into the warm milk until fully combined and smooth.
- Continue heating until the mixture is hot, stirring often.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chocolate chips until they melt completely into the cocoa.
- Add the peppermint extract and stir well.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Garnish each serving with crushed peppermint candy canes before you serve.
Notes
- You can use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet for a deeper flavor.
- For an extra creamy texture, use a whisk to froth the top before serving.
- If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, start with 1/4 teaspoon of extract and add more to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: Approx. 250
- Sugar: Approx. 25g
- Sodium: Approx. 100mg
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 20mg
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