Peppermint Hot Chocolate
A rich and creamy hot chocolate topped with fluffy whipped cream and crushed peppermint candy, perfect for cozy winter nights.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the 2 cups milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, and 2 tbsp sugar. Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until steaming and smooth, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add the 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Continue stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is glossy and thick, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat and pour the hot chocolate into two mugs, filling each about 3/4 full.
Step 4
Top each mug with a generous dollop of the 1/2 cup whipped cream, spreading it slightly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candy evenly over the whipped cream. Serve immediately, with a candy cane for stirring if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- medium saucepan
- whisk
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- mugs
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