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Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Published: Dated: January 11, 2021 Modified: Last Modified: January 11, 2021 Christine Galvani Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Creamy, rich, peppermint hot chocolate made with only 8 ingredients. 

 It's easy to make and SO GOOD.

See below for gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions.  I think you'll find this hot chocolate so much better than a powdered mix!

 

hot chocolate in a mug with whipped cream and candy cane.

Is there anything better than a piping hot mug of creamy, decadent hot chocolate?  It's especially nice on cold wintry days.  Hot drinks become my hand warmers keeping me warm on snowy winter New England days.

And it's a great holiday drink while you wait for Santa! 

Ingredients:

  • Cocoa powder
  • Sugar
  • Cornstarch
  • Chocolate
  • Milk
  • Heavy Cream
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Peppermint Extract
  • Whipped cream, candy canes to serve

How to make peppermint hot chocolate :

  1. In a small pot, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and cornstarch. 
  2. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until incorporated.
  3. On medium-low heat on the stove, cook the hot cocoa mixture whisking constantly.
  4. Add the heavy cream, chocolate and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 2 more minutes.  The chocolate should be glossy.
  5. Turn off the heat, add the vanilla extract and peppermint extract and stir well to combine.
  6. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.
  7. Garnish with a candy cane if you like.

step by step instructions to make peppermint hot chocolate.

 

hot chocolate in mug with whipped cream.

Recipe Tips and Substitutions:

  • For dairy-free substitution dairy-free milk for milk and cream.  I like to use coconut milk.
  • Substitute tapioca starch for the cornstarch or use gluten-free cornstarch if need be.
  • Substitute cacao powder for cocoa powder if you desire.
  • Garnishes:  whipped cream, candy canes, marshmallows, shaved chocolate.

Notes:

  • The hot chocolate drink is thick thanks to the cornstarch. You'll love this decadent drink on cold days.
  • Every peppermint extract is a bit different so you may wish to add more or less to your tastes.
  • Add a bit more chocolate if you desire.

Other Recipes To Try:

  • Vegan Hot Chocolate
  • Pumpkin Spice Latte
  • Wassail Recipe
  • Cinnamon Iced Coffee

 

hot chocolate in mug with whipped cream.
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Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
 

Creamy, rich, peppermint hot chocolate made with only 8 ingredients.  It's easy to make and SO GOOD. See below for gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions.  I think you'll find this hot chocolate so much better than a powdered mix!

Course: Beverage, Christmas, Dessert, gluten-free, holidays
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 957 kcal
Author: Christine Galvani
Ingredients
  • 3 TBSP cocoa powder (substitute cacao powder if you desire.)
  • 3 TBSP sugar
  • 1 TBSP cornstarch (substitute tapioca starch or gluten-free cornstarch).
  • 1/4 cup chocolate, chopped ( milk chocolate or semi-sweet works great in this recipe).
  • 2 cups milk (substitute dairy-free milk. I like coconut milk.)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (substitute dairy-free milk. I like coconut milk.)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
  • whipped cream, marshmallows, candy cane to serve.
Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and cornstarch. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until incorporated.On medium-low heat on the stove, cook the hot cocoa mixture whisking constantly.Add the heavy cream, chocolate and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 2 more minutes.  The chocolate should be glossy.Turn off the heat, add the vanilla extract and peppermint extract and stir well to combine.Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.Garnish with a candy cane if you like.

  2. In a small pot, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and cornstarch.

  3. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until incorporated.

  4. On medium-low heat on the stove, cook the hot cocoa mixture whisking constantly.

  5. Add the heavy cream, chocolate and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 2 more minutes.  The chocolate should be glossy.

  6. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.

  7. Garnish with a candy cane if you like.

Recipe Notes

Recipe Tips and Substitutions:

  • For dairy-free substitution dairy-free milk for milk and cream.  I like to use coconut milk.
  • Substitute tapioca starch for the cornstarch or use gluten-free cornstarch if need be.
  • Substitute cacao powder for cocoa powder if you desire.
  • Garnishes:  whipped cream, candy canes, marshmallows, shaved chocolate.

Notes:

  • The hot chocolate drink is thick thanks to the cornstarch. You'll love this decadent drink on cold days.
  • Every peppermint extract is a bit different so you may wish to add more or less to your tastes.
  • Add a bit more chocolate if you desire.
Nutrition Facts
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Amount Per Serving
Calories 957 Calories from Fat 486
% Daily Value*
Fat 54g83%
Saturated Fat 33g165%
Cholesterol 165mg55%
Sodium 492mg21%
Potassium 1902mg54%
Carbohydrates 89g30%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 79g88%
Protein 37g74%
Vitamin A 1633IU33%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
Calcium 1202mg120%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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