Best Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipes

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PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



Peppermint Hot Chocolate image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield about 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 drops peppermint oil
Sweetened whipped cream, for garnish
Chocolate shavings, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the cream, milk, sugar, and salt and heat over medium-low heat. When the cream mixture just begins to steam, add the chopped chocolate, and stir, until melted. Stir in the peppermint oil. Divide the hot chocolate among mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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A warm drink that is sure to warm you on a cold morning!

Provided by Emily

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 8m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 pinch ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup milk
1 peppermint candy cane

Steps:

  • Stir 2 tablespoons milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract together in a mug until well blended.
  • Microwave 3/4 cup milk on high for 2 1/2 minutes in a microwave-safe mug. Pour the hot milk over the cocoa mixture; stir with candy cane.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 99.5 mg, Sugar 40.3 g

HOT CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT COOKIES



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This is a variation of the cookies my mother made when I was growing up. Now my 13-year-old daughter and I bake them together. They're always a huge hit! The taste is like rich hot chocolate baked into a scrumptious cookie. -Larry Piklor, Johnsburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1 cup marshmallow creme
1 cup finely crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until tops are cracked. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drop a teaspoonful of marshmallow creme into the center of each cookie. Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Immediately sprinkle with candies. Place on waxed paper and let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HOT CHOCOLATE WITH PEPPERMINT SCHNAPPS



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart milk (skim, 2 percent or whole) or half-and-half
6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped (recommended: Scharffenberger)
9 ounces peppermint schnapps
Whipped cream, for serving
6 peppermint sticks, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 cup of the milk in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add chocolate, stirring constantly, until melted. When the chocolate has melted, increase heat to medium and add the remainder of the milk while whisking rapidly. Do not allow to boil.
  • Serve in small cups fortified with a jigger (1 1/2 ounces) of peppermint schnapps and a dollop of whipped cream. Add a peppermint stick to stir.
  • If transporting in a thermos, heat thermos up with hot water to get it warm for 1 minute. Pour water out and fill with hot chocolate.

PEPPERMINT WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE



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Perfect and elegant for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this smooth "hot chocolate" deviation has been a favorite of ours for years. After it has been prepared, it can easily be kept warm in a large slow cooker for guests, so it's perfect to take to Christmas parties, Thanksgiving potlucks, and the like!

Provided by Feeding-6

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups heavy cream
6 cups whole milk
9 ounces good-quality white chocolate, chopped
½ teaspoon peppermint extract, or to taste
½ cup whipped cream, or to taste
½ cup crushed peppermint candy canes
12 small peppermint candy canes

Steps:

  • Bring cream and milk to a simmer in a large, heavy saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add white chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.
  • Ladle hot chocolate into individual mugs and top with whipped cream and crushed candies. Garnish each mug with a small candy cane.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 181.5 mg, Fat 55.3 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 34.1 g, Sodium 121.9 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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More than a hint of cool mint makes this delicious sipper a special switch from traditional hot chocolate. Besides the rich beverage that's quick to fix, a dollop of whipped cream with crushed candy tops each mug lusciously. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3-1/2 cups 2% milk
8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
8 spearmint or peppermint candies, crushed
Additional crushed peppermint candies, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until steaming. Add chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract. , In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in the crushed candies. Ladle hot chocolate into mugs; dollop with whipped cream. Sprinkle with additional candies if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PEPPERMINT WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE



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My soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include it as a festive addition to brunch or an afternoon tea party. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

5-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
4 teaspoons crushed peppermint candies, divided
12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Miniature marshmallows, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in 1 teaspoon crushed candy., Whisk chocolate into milk until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in extract. Pour into mugs; top with whipped cream. Sprinkle with remaining candy and, if desired, marshmallows. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 32g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

HOT CHOCOLATE WITH PEPPERMINT SCHNAPPS



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Make and share this Hot Chocolate With Peppermint Schnapps recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart milk or 1 quart half-and-half
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
6 ounces peppermint schnapps (more or less to taste)
whipped cream, for serving
6 peppermint stick candy, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 cup of the milk in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  • Add chocolate, stirring constantly, until melted.
  • When the chocolate has melted, increase heat to medium and add the remainder of the milk while whisking rapidly. Do not allow to boil.
  • Serve in small cups fortified with a jigger (1 1/2 ounces) of peppermint schnapps and a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Add a peppermint stick to stir.
  • If transporting in a thermos, heat thermos up with hot water to get it warm for 1 minute. Pour water out and fill with hot chocolate.

REAL PEPPERMINT PATTY HOT CHOCOLATE



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Make and share this Real Peppermint Patty Hot Chocolate recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pie Queen

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 peppermint patties
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Chop the peppermint patties into small pieces and combine all ingredients in a pan.
  • Heat over medium heat until all ingredients are incorporated and milk is hot.
  • Can be served with whipped cream and some grated chocolate.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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This festive holiday drink is served with a peppermint stick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 quart milk
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (3 ounces)
7 peppermint sticks; 3 crushed (1/4 cup), 4 left whole
pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Place cocoa in a medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in milk until cocoa has dissolved. Add chocolate chips and crushed peppermint; simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chocolate and peppermint have melted, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Add salt. Ladle into mugs; serve each with a peppermint stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g

SLOW-COOKER PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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Made and served in the same pot, our slow-cooker cocoa is thickened and enriched with dark chocolate. Set up an add-ons bar beside the cooker (mini marshmallows, crushed candies and peppermint schnapps take cocoa to a whole new holiday level), then stick a ladle in the pot and let guests help themselves.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h5m

Yield 14 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
12 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon kosher salt
8 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
24 peppermint candies, crushed (about 1 cup), for serving
3 cups mini marshmallows, for serving
2 cups peppermint schnapps, optional, for serving

Steps:

  • Whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder in a 6-quart slow cooker. Turn the cooker to high, and slowly whisk in the milk to prevent lumps from forming. Add the vanilla and salt, cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours. The sugar and cocoa powder should be completely dissolved.
  • Whisk in the chopped chocolate a little at a time until it is all incorporated. Replace the lid, and cook until thickened, 30 minutes more.
  • Turn the cooker to warm, and serve with small bowls of the peppermint candies and mini marshmallows and a small pitcher of schnapps, if using. For minty cocoa, let a few teaspoons of the peppermints melt in an 8-ounce cup or add 2 tablespoons of schnapps.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE WITH WHIPPED CREAM



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Make and share this Peppermint Hot Chocolate With Whipped Cream recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kzim4

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup chilled whipping cream
7 tablespoons sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract, divided
6 cups milk
2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Whip cream, 1 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract in medium bowl to soft peaks.
  • Bring milk to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Scrape in seeds from vanilla beans.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add chocolate, cocoa and remaining sugar; whisk until smooth.
  • Mix in 1/2 teaspoon extract.
  • Ladle hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.5, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 61.3, Sodium 136.6, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 15.2, Protein 13.6

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE



Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cupcake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 ounces mini semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup hot-brewed coffee
2 cups sugar
1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/3 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache, recipe follows
Peppermint Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting, recipe follows
1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
6 ounces semisweet chocolate
1/2 cup butter, softened
7 ounces marshmallow creme
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cupcake or muffin pan with 24 regular-size cupcake liners.
  • Combine the chocolate chips and hot coffee together, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. In a large bowl sift together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until thickened slightly. Slowly add the buttermilk, oil and vanilla. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the eggs, and combine completely. Add the sugar mixture and beat on medium speed until well combined.
  • Fill the prepared cupcake liners three-quarters full with the cupcake batter. Place in the oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18 to 21 minutes. Cool the cupcakes completely.
  • While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the Chocolate Ganache and the Peppermint Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting. Put the frosting into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
  • To assemble: Using an apple corer, remove the center of each cupcake. Fill each cupcake with a spoonful of the Chocolate Ganache. Using the frosting-filled pastry bag, frost the cupcakes. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
  • Bring the heavy cream and butter to a simmer in a small saucepan. Turn off the heat and add in the chocolate. Stir the mixture until smooth. Set aside to cool.
  • Whip together the butter and marshmallow cream, using an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Add the peppermint extract. Slowly add 2 cups of the powdered sugar and continue to mix on a slow speed. Add the milk and additional powdered sugar, up to 2 cups, until desired consistency is reached.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE ON A STICK RECIPE BY TASTY



Peppermint Hot Chocolate On A Stick Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: heavy cream, condensed milk, milk chocolate chips, peppermint extract, crushed peppermint, popsicle sticks

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Desserts

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup heavy cream
¾ cup condensed milk
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
¼ cup crushed peppermint, candies
20 popsicle sticks

Steps:

  • In a saucepan set over medium heat, warm the heavy cream, condensed milk, and peppermint extract and bring to a simmer.
  • Place chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl, and pour on top the top cream mixture. Allow to stand for 1 minute before stirring to combine.
  • Using a cookie scoop, spoon the mixture into a silicone mini muffin pan. Garnish each with crushed peppermint candies.
  • Allow to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes, then insert a popsicle stick into the middle of each.
  • Freeze for 2 hours, or refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • To serve, dissolve a stick into a mug of hot milk.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 18 grams

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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We love the intense chocolate and mint flavors in this chocolate cookie. It really is like hot chocolate in cookie form. They're soft and chewy. We highly recommend enjoying them warm out of the oven while the marshmallows are at prime gooeyness. Chocolaty-minty goodness.

Provided by Tammy Brownlow

Categories     Chocolate

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 stick butter, room temperature
1/2 c packed light brown sugar
1/2 c sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp chocolate extract
1/3 c cocoa powder
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/3 c Andes mint candy, diced
36 mini-marshmallows, frozen

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Measure flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl.
  • 2. In your mixing bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Add sugars and blend until well combined. Add egg, vanilla, and chocolate extracts.
  • 3. Add dry ingredients 1/3 of a cup at a time until well incorporated. Stir in mint pieces.
  • 4. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out dough. Place 3 marshmallows in the center; pressing down to the center. Cover with the dough by pushing sides and covering the top.
  • 5. Place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet and bake 10 to 12 minutes.
  • 6. Remove from oven and cool on a baking rack for 5 minutes. Serve warm.
  • 7. Leftover cookies are great microwaved about 7 seconds to make the marshmallow gooey again.

PINNACLE® PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



Pinnacle® Peppermint Hot Chocolate image

Naughty or nice, you deserve to unwrap a delicious vodka and peppermint drink. Add a light dash of DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps and Pinnacle® Original Vodka to indulgent hot chocolate. Deck your mugs with crushed candy canes for a naughty treat to help get you in the holiday spirit.

Provided by TheCocktailProject.com

Categories     SEO Review     Hot Chocolate with Alcohol

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 part Pinnacle® Original Vodka
1/2 part DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps
1 tablespoon Simple Syrup
Hot Chocolate
Whipped Cream
Crushed Candy Canes
Cherry

Steps:

  • Rim mug with crushed candy canes. Dipping the mug into simple syrup first and then into the candy cane pieces works best.
  • Pour Pinnacle® Original Vodka, DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps, and hot chocolate into a mug and stir.
  • Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle with candy cane pieces or a cherry.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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Everyone's favourite quick winter treat gets a festive facelift

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Drink, Treat

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 5

200g bar plain chocolate , broken into chunks
600ml milk
150ml pot single or double cream
sugar , to taste
6 peppermint candy canes, to serve

Steps:

  • Put the chocolate in a pan with the milk. Gently heat, stirring until all the chocolate has melted. Continue heating until the milk is steaming, then remove from the heat and stir in the cream.
  • Divide the hot chocolate between 6 mugs, add sugar to taste and hang a candy cane on the edge of each. Pass the mugs round and let everyone stir their hot chocolate with their candy cane - letting as much of the sweet peppermint dissolve as they fancy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 42 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.14 milligram of sodium

HOT SCHNNOCOLATE (HOT CHOCOLATE & PEPPERMINT SCHNAPPS)



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Make and share this Hot Schnnocolate (Hot Chocolate & Peppermint Schnapps) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces whipping cream
1 tablespoon sugar
32 ounces hot cocoa
4 ounces peppermint schnapps
cocktail cherries

Steps:

  • Beat whipping cream, while adding sugar slowly, until it forms peaks.
  • Set aside.
  • Prepare hot chocolate according to directions.
  • Add peppermint schnapps and stir.
  • Pour into individual glasses or mugs and top with whipped cream and a cherry.
  • Other ideas: serve with a peppermint stick; sprinkle whipping cream with cocoa or candied sprinkles; decorate whipping cream with a few gold sprinkles for a festive look.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 95.8, Sodium 121.3, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 25.1, Protein 9.2

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE WITH WHIPPED CREAM



Peppermint Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream image

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Mixer     Chocolate     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Mint     Winter     Christmas Eve     Party     Bon Appétit     Drink     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup chilled whipping cream
7 tablespoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
6 cups milk
2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Whip cream, 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract in medium bowl to soft peaks.
  • Bring milk to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. Scrape in seeds from vanilla beans; add beans. Reduce heat to low. Add chocolate, cocoa and 6 tablespoons sugar; whisk until smooth. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon extract. Ladle hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream.

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 cups/mugs

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 cups half-and-half
4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons good cocoa powder, such as Pernigotti
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
Candy canes
Sweetened Whipped Cream (recipe follows)
1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat the milk and half-and-half in a saucepan on medium heat to just below the simmering point. Remove the pan from the heat and add the semi-sweet and bittersweet chocolates. When the chocolates are melted, whisk in the cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso, if using, and whisk vigorously. Reheat gently and pour into cups or mugs.
  • Crush 4 candy canes (I place them in a plastic bag and break them up with a wooden rolling pin). Stir 1/2 tablespoon of crushed candy cane into each mug, top with a dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle with crushed candy canes, and put a whole candy cane stirrer into each mug. Serve hot.
  • Place the cream, sugar, and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Whisk on medium-high speed only until the cream makes soft peaks.
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups

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