Description
A rich and creamy Christmas hot chocolate recipe perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- Milk: 2 cups of whole milk or your preferred type.
- Heavy cream: 1 cup.
- Cocoa powder: 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Sugar: 1/4 cup (adjust to taste).
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon.
- Peppermint extract: 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste).
- Optional toppings: Whipped cream, crushed candy canes, chocolate shavings, mini marshmallows, spices (cinnamon or nutmeg).
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream and heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar, then add to the saucepan and whisk until fully dissolved.
- Stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts, adjusting sweetness and flavor to taste.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using high-quality cocoa powder or chocolate bars.
- To make it extra creamy, add a splash of sweetened condensed milk.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with almond, coconut, or oat milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Christmas hot chocolate, holiday beverage, hot chocolate recipe, festive drink