Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Warm up with Peppermint Hot Chocolate - rich cocoa with cool peppermint, topped with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and candy canes for a festive touch!
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 951kcal
Ingredients
- 3 ounces dark chocolate
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Optional Garnishes: whipped cream candy cane pieces, chocolate sauce, mint leaf
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the chocolate, milk, heavy cream, and brown sugar. Gently bring to a light simmer until all the chocolate has melted.
- Add peppermint extract and stir occasionally until all ingredients are combined. Do not let it come to a boil.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a large mug or divide between 2 cups.
- Garnish with whipped cream, almond flakes, crushed candy cane, chocolate sauce, or just simply as is. Hang a candy cane on the side for the holidays.
Notes
MAKE AHEAD
Make the hot chocolate and cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container and storing it in the refrigerator. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 951kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 1064mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 57g | Vitamin A: 1303IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 422mg | Iron: 10mg
