Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Rich, creamy hot chocolate infused with cooling peppermint
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the chocolate mixtureIn a medium bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and sugar. Set aside until needed.
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Heat the milk and creamIn a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat until small bubbles form around the edges (do not let it boil), about 3-4 minutes.
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Create the hot chocolate baseRemove the saucepan from heat and add the chocolate mixture. Whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Add the flavoringsReturn the saucepan to low heat and add the peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well incorporated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
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Serve and garnishPour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top each with a generous dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle with crushed candy canes, and add chocolate shavings. For an extra festive touch, garnish with a small candy cane hanging on the rim of each mug.
Nutritional Information
410
Calories
per serving
9
Protein
g
43
Carbohydrates
g
24
Total Fat
g
14
Saturated Fat
g
3
Fiber
g
38
Sugar
g
145
Sodium
mg
1
Vitamin C
mg
2.2
Iron
mg
Peppermint Hot Chocolate is Also Known As
Minty Hot Cocoa, Candy Cane Hot Chocolate or Peppermint Cocoa
