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Nov 27, 2020, Updated Jun 05, 2024
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Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe – a creamy hot chocolate recipe with a hint of peppermint that is perfect for the holidays and chilly days!
On a cold day warming up with a cup of hot chocolate is the best! It may have been half the reason I like to play outside in t snow when I was a kid. As soon as we came in, there always always a cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows ready for us.
Now as an adult I sometimes like to make a grown up version like this spiked Kahlua Hot Chocolate. But this peppermint version is way up there as well. Peppermint and chocolate is just a perfect pairing.
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When I was a kid we always used those hot chocolate packets. But seriously, there is nothing better than a creamy cup of homemade hot chocolate. And it only takes about 5 minutes to make, so there are no excuses! Just a little bit of peppermint extract is what gives it the flavor.A little Peppermint Schnapps would make for a delicious grown up version!
Homemade hot chocolate is so much easier to make than you think, and so much better than the little packets! This peppermint hot chocolate recipe just have a few simple ingredients and you will be in heaven in no time!
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Table of Contents
- What Do You Need
- How to Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- Can you Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate Ahead Time
- How To Serve Hot Chocolate
- More Fun Holiday Drinks
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
What Do You Need
- Milk. Really whatever kind you like works. The more fat in the milk, the thicker and creamier your hot chocolate will be.
- Chocolate. I like to use bittersweet chocolate in bar form so it melts nice and smoothly.
- Sugar. Obviously you will want to sweeten it some when using bittersweet chocolate. If you like yours darker, you can use less than called for in the recipe.
- Peppermint Extract. A little goes a long way, but this is what gives it that delicious peppermint flavor.
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How to Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- This is such a simple recipe that all starts with milk. You can use skim milk if you want a lighter version. It will obviously be less creamy. Whole milk is my favorite for hot chocolate, because you get the thick and rich taste. If you want to go all out, try this French Hot Chocolate that is pretty much just like drinking melted chocolate!
- Melt the chocolate and milk together, be careful not to heat too quickly. You don’t wan to scorch or burn the milk. So a medium heat works great.
- After the chocolate is melted mix in the sugar and extract. You just need the sugar to completely dissolve and you are done!
- Super easy, just 5 minutes and you are ready to drink. You can double, triple, or make even more of this peppermint hot chocolate recipe if you are feeding a crowd.
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Can you Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate Ahead Time
Yes, you definitely can make this up to a couple days before you are ready to serve it. I just leave out the extract until I am ready to serve. I think the the peppermint flavor tends to fade away as it sits. So once you get the sugar completely dissolved you can cool and then store in the fridge. Just warm in a saucepan and stir in the extract when you are ready to serve. Or reheat in the crock pot if you are serving it for a big group.
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How To Serve Hot Chocolate
Having a hot chocolate bar with the hot chocolate in the crock pot and then have all of the toppings out for people to make their own!
- Marshmallows
- Whipped Cream
- Peppermint Candies
It makes for such a fun idea if you are having a holiday party! And don’t missed my favorite Holiday co*cktails for a round up of lots of different grown up drink options as well.
More Fun Holiday Drinks
- Cranberry Mimosa – a fun drink that is great for brunch
- Christmas Sangria – a great drink if you are feeding a crowd
- Spiked Hot Apple Cider – a warm drink that is great for cold months
- Warm Vanilla Cider – for both the kids and adults
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha – a Starbucks copycat
- Pumpkin Hot Chocolate – pumpkin and chocolate go perfectly together.
5 from 3 votes
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
By Erin
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe – a creamy hot chocolate recipe with a hint of peppermint that is perfect for the holidays and chilly days!
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 5 minutes mins
Total: 10 minutes mins
Servings: 2
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Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 4 oz bittersweet chocolate
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
In a small sauce pan over low heat, add milk and chocolate. Heat until the chocolate is melted, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the sugar and peppermint extract until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour into cups, and top with desired garnish
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 147mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 12g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Additional Info
Author: Erin
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Course: Drink Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 558
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Welcome to Dinners, Dishes, & Desserts where my love of food meets my busy life. My name is Erin and I’m a casual home cook who loves to feed people. On this blog, you’ll find hundreds of quick and easy recipes made mostly from scratch. My days are spent in the kitchen, creating new recipes to share with family and friends.
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