Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Rich, creamy homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate has two types of chocolate! It's like drinking dessert.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 4

Resting Time (with chocolate) 2

Total Time 11

Servings 2/3 cup servings (total yield: 2 2/3 cups)

Calories 387kcal

Author Toni Dash

Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate bar chopped
2 cups milk
⅓ cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Whipped cream and candy canes to serve

Instructions

In a medium heavy bottomed saucepan combine the cocoa powder, sugar and cornstarch. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until incorporated.
Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
Add the vanilla extract, peppermint extract and heavy cream and continue cooking, stirring/whisking constantly for 2 more minutes.
Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it rest for 2 minutes and stir to incorporate. Whisk to fully mix in.
Taste and add more peppermint extract if desired before serving.
Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.

Notes

This chocolate is really thick thanks to the cornstarch. It’s an incredibly decadent drink that’s perfect for a cold morning.
● Taste it before adding the chopped chocolate to make sure you are happy with the peppermint. EVery extract is a bit different so you may need a little bit more or less depending on the brand you are using and your taste.

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