Candy Cane Hot Chocolate
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Candy Cane Hot Chocolate
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Easy homemade candy cane hot chocolate mixes the flavors of hot chocolate with peppermint candy canes for the perfect Christmas and holiday treat!
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup candy canes crushed, or other crushed peppermints
- 2 ½ cups whole milk see notes
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 10 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
- 2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Whipped cream, chocolate sauce, marshmallows, extra peppermint candy cane pieces optional toppings
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Instructions
- Unwrap the candy canes and place them in a strong zip-top bag. With a rolling pin or a heavy metal canned good gently crush the candy canes until broken into pieces.
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, crushed candy canes, cocoa powder and peppermint extract to the pot. Blend well with a whisk.
- Continue to stir frequently until chocolate and candy is melted and the pot is at a slow simmer; about 10-15 minutes. The chocolate will look darker as you stir. Lower heat to lowest setting and continue to heat for 15 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil, a slow simmer is okay.
- Serve immediately and enjoy! Top with optional whipped cream or marshmallows and extra candy cane pieces sprinkled on top.
Notes
- You can use 2% milk or skim milk also but the hot chocolate will be a lot less creamy.
- Half and half or heavy whipping cream can also be used in place of the heavy cream.
- Alternative milks that are dairy free can be used in place of both the cream and the milk, but the hot chocolate will not be as creamy. I recommend using oat milk or coconut milk for the best results. I have not tried these alternative with this specific recipe.
- 5 candy canes equals about 1/3 cup of peppermint candy when you crush them. 12 round peppermint candies (also called starlight mints or star bright mints) is also about 1/3 cup of peppermint candy.
- This recipe makes four individual eight ounce servings of candy cane hot chocolate.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
817kcal
(41%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
65g
(100%)
Saturated Fat
39g
(195%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
17g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
123mg
(41%)
Sodium
90mg
(4%)
Potassium
756mg
(22%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
36g
(72%)
Vitamin A
1594IU
(32%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
294mg
(29%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 817 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 817kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 65g | 100% |
| Saturated Fat | 39g | 195% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 90mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 756mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 1594IU | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 294mg | 29% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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