Peppermint Hot Chocolate

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 tbsp Cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 1/2 tsp Peppermint extract
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 Pinch Salt
  • 12 oz Semi-sweet chocolate

• Dairy

  • 1 3/4 cup Heavy cream
  • 3 cups Milk

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Description

Ingredients

• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Pinch salt
• 12 oz finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate (or chocolate chips)
• ½-1 tsp peppermint extract (to taste)
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 2 TBSP unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

• To make the peppermint hot chocolate, combine the cream, milk, and salt in a medium saucepan, and place it over medium heat. Heat up the milk, stirring occasionally, and scraping the bottom of the pan with a rubber spatula so the milk doesnt scorch. Bring it to a simmer so that bubbles appear along the sides of the pan.
• Once simmering, remove the pan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Whisk everything together until the chocolate has melted and the drink is creamy and smooth. Add ½ tsp peppermint extract, whisk, and taste it. Add more mint extract, if desired, to get your perfect flavor. (Different brands have different strengths, and it’s always recommended to start with a small amount and work your way up!)
• To make the cocoa whipped cream, combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and whip on medium-high speed until medium peaks form.
• Serve the hot chocolate warm, with a big dollop of cocoa whipped cream on top. The peppermint hot chocolate can be made ahead of time and kept in a container in the refrigerator until youre ready to enjoy it. It can be reheated on either the stove or in the microwave.