Peppermint Hot Chocolate
A mug of creamy Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter’s night.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces milk (whole or 2% is preferable )
- 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 3-4 starlight peppermint candies, crushed
Instructions
- In small saucepan, heat milk, chocolate syrup,and peppermints on low to medium low heat. Stir or whisk until milk is hot and peppermints have dissolved. Do not overheat or boil milk.
- Serve in a mug. Top with whipped cream or mini marshmallows and crushed peppermints if desired.
Notes
Try your preferred milk, such as 1%, skim, almond, etc. It's best to stick with an unsweetened milk.
Crush the peppermints by placing in a Ziploc-style bag and break up by using a rolling pin or flat mallet. Crush extra for topping if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 165mgPotassium: 509mgFiber: 2gSugar: 51gVitamin A: 459IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 329mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.