Description
This rich and creamy peppermint hot chocolate is perfect for a cozy winter evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk for a nutty flavor)
- 100 grams dark or semi-sweet chocolate (chopped into small pieces)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
- whipped cream (for topping)
- crushed peppermint candies (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat over medium-low, watching for tiny bubbles to form at the edges, without boiling.
- Add the chopped chocolate to the warm milk and whisk gently to help it melt evenly, creating a glossy, smooth mixture.
- Stir in the peppermint extract and sugar, if using, then continue to whisk until the mixture is velvety and well combined.
- Allow the hot chocolate to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, keeping an eye on it to prevent boiling and stirring occasionally to maintain a smooth texture.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies for a festive finish.
- Serve immediately, enjoy the warm, velvety texture and invigorating mint flavor that makes this hot chocolate a winter favorite.
Notes
- For a nutty flavor, substitute whole milk with almond milk.
- Adjust the amount of peppermint extract based on your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg