Peppermint Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream
Cozy up with a cup of this luxuriously creamy Peppermint Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream, a festive twist on a classic winter favorite. Made with a blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and rich semisweet chocolate chips, this decadent drink is elevated by the perfect hint of peppermint extract for a refreshing holiday kick. Whipped cream and a sprinkling of crushed peppermint candies add a delightful finishing touch, making every sip indulgent and merry. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, this easy homemade peppermint hot chocolate is the ultimate treat to warm up chilly nights or add sweetness to your seasonal gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 ounces Semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons Crushed peppermint candies
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm, but do not let it boil.
Step 2
Add the semisweet chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Taste and adjust the peppermint flavor if needed.
Step 4
Pour the peppermint hot chocolate into mugs, leaving some space at the top for whipped cream.
Step 5
Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies for a festive touch.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your warm, peppermint-infused hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1164.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2018.6 |
| Total Fat 141.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 370.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 368.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 146.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 134.4g | |
| Protein 32.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 346.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 995.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1590.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories