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Easy Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Silky and rich, this peppermint hot chocolate is ready in just 10 minutes! Cocoa and real, chopped chocolate, minty flavor, and a foolproof method make this the easiest holiday treat you'll make all winter long.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Servings: 4
Calories: 465kcal
Author: Kelly Anthony

Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • ¼ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 ounces semisweet chocolate bar, finely chopped
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛-1/4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract

Instructions

  • Add the milk, half-and-half, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt to a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir often. As soon as the milk is steaming and tiny bubbles appear along the edges of the saucepan, remove from the heat — about 5-8 minutes.
  • Add the chopped chocolate and stir until smooth and completely melted. Add the vanilla and ⅛ teaspoon of peppermint extract. Stir and taste. For a mintier flavor profile, stir in the remaining ⅛ teaspoon of peppermint extract.
  • Pour into mugs and add any desired toppings. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 599mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 315mg | Iron: 3mg