Description
A delicious and festive mint hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and sprinkles, perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Green food coloring
- Mini red heart sprinkles
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mint Hot Chocolate:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling.
- Add the white chocolate chips to the hot milk and whisk until completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar.
- Using a hand mixer, whip until soft peaks form.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring and gently fold until the color is even.
- Assemble the Drink:
- Pour the hot chocolate into festive mugs.
- Top each mug with a generous dollop of green whipped cream using a piping bag for a swirled effect.
- Sprinkle mini red heart sprinkles over the whipped cream.
- Add Garnishes:
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Hang a candy cane on the rim of each mug for a festive touch.
Notes
- Adjust the peppermint extract according to your taste preference; start with a smaller amount and add more if needed.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with almond milk and coconut cream.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of whole milk.
- Add some marshmallows on top for extra sweetness and texture.
- Serve with a snack, like a holiday cookie, for a complete treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg