Description
A comforting and indulgent hot chocolate with a hint of peppermint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0 cups chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (good quality for smooth melting)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (or crushed fresh peppermint leaves)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- whipped cream for topping
- optional peppermint candy or fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a saucepan and set over medium-low heat. Warm gently, watching closely until it begins to steam and tiny bubbles form around the edges, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips to the warm milk. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the peppermint extract or crushed peppermint leaves. Let the mixture simmer gently for another 2 minutes to infuse the mint flavor, filling the kitchen with a fragrant aroma.
- Taste the hot chocolate and add sugar if needed to reach your preferred sweetness. Stir well to combine.
- Remove the saucepan from heat. Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the hot chocolate into mugs to remove any peppermint leaves or chocolate bits, ensuring a silky smooth texture.
- Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a peppermint candy for a festive touch.
- Serve immediately while steaming hot. Enjoy the cozy aroma and smooth, minty flavor with every sip.
Notes
- This hot chocolate is perfect for chilly evenings or holiday gatherings.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg