Triple Peppermint Hot Chocolate
A recipe for peppermint lovers: peppermint is used 3 ways in this delicious hot chocolate
Servings 1
Calories 240kcal
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:
- In a small saucepan, whisk together water, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar over medium low heat.
- When it comes to a simmer, add in the whole milk and heat through.
- Remove from heat and add in the peppermint extract.
Make the whipped cream:
- In a small glass bowl, add in the heavy cream and whisk until bubbles appear.
- 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:
- Pour the peppermint hot chocolate into a mug.
- Dollop some peppermint whipped cream and top with crushed candy cane and garnish with peppermint marshmallows. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Calcium: 299mg | Iron: 2mg