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Triple Peppermint Hot Chocolate

A recipe for peppermint lovers: peppermint is used 3 ways in this delicious hot chocolate

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 240 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ C hot water
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1-2 tablespoon granulated cane sugar
  • 1 C whole milk
  • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
Peppermint Whipped Cream:
  • ¼ C heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon peppermint extract
Garnish:
  • crushed peppermint candies/candy cane
  • mini peppermint marshmallows optional

Instructions

Make the peppermint hot chocolate:
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  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together water, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar over medium low heat.
  2. When it comes to a simmer, add in the whole milk and heat through.
  3. Remove from heat and add in the peppermint extract.
Make the whipped cream:
  1. In a small glass bowl, add in the heavy cream and whisk until bubbles appear.
  2. Add in the powdered sugar and continue to whisk until just soft peaks. Add in peppermint extract and give it a few more whisks.
Assemble:
  1. Pour the peppermint hot chocolate into a mug. 
  2. Dollop some peppermint whipped cream and top with crushed candy cane and garnish with peppermint marshmallows. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories 240kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 116mg (5%) Potassium 486mg (14%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 405IU (8%) Calcium 299mg (30%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240

% Daily Value*

Calories 240kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 116mg 5%
Potassium 486mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 405IU 8%
Calcium 299mg 30%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.