Description
This Peppermint Hot Chocolate is a rich, creamy, and festive winter drink that combines smooth dark chocolate with refreshing peppermint flavor. Topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes, it’s the perfect cozy treat for the holidays.
Ingredients
2 cups milk
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Whipped cream, for topping
Crushed candy canes, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Add dark chocolate chips and whisk until completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the peppermint extract and whisk again until well blended.
- Pour into mugs and top each with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your festive peppermint hot chocolate!
Notes
Use a mix of dark and milk chocolate chips for a sweeter, creamier drink.
For extra richness, replace some milk with heavy cream or half-and-half.
Make it dairy-free with almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.
Add a shot of espresso or peppermint schnapps for an adult twist.
Top with marshmallows, chocolate syrup, or shaved chocolate for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
