
Christmas Hot Chocolate Recipe
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5.0
66 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
222 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
North American

Christmas Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Spread festive cheer this holiday season with this decadent Christmas hot chocolate recipe. Made from scratch, this rich and creamy cocoa delight will add a sprinkle of holiday magic to your seasonal gathering. Savor the spirit of Christmas in every warm sip!
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Ingredients
- ½ ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ ¼ cup granulated sugar more to taste
- 4 4 cups whole milk see notes
- 1 1 teaspoon vanilla
Christmas Hot Chocolate Add-Ins
- Peppermint Kahlua, Bailey's Irish Cream, Chocolate liqueur, or Amaretto
Christmas Hot Chocolate Toppings
- Whipped cream, Christmas marshmallows, red and green sprinkles, and/or crushed candy canes
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Instructions
- Add the cocoa powder and sugar to a small pot over medium heat. Add a splash of the milk and whisk until it dissolves.
- Add the remaining milk and the vanilla and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Divide the hot chocolate into 4 mugs. If you'd like to spike the hot chocolate, add one ounce of one of the add-ins. Top with any of the Christmas hot chocolate toppings.
Notes
- For an extra rich treat, use 3 cups whole milk + 1 cup whipping cream.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 drink
Calories
222kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
30g
(10%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Cholesterol
29mg
(10%)
Sodium
95mg
(4%)
Potassium
531mg
(15%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
25g
(50%)
Vitamin A
395IU
(8%)
Calcium
314mg
(31%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1 drink | |
Calories | 222kcal | 11% |
Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
Protein | 10g | 20% |
Fat | 9g | 14% |
Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
Potassium | 531mg | 11% |
Fiber | 4g | 16% |
Sugar | 25g | 50% |
Vitamin A | 395IU | 8% |
Calcium | 314mg | 31% |
Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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66 reviews
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