Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with Santa’s Christmas Hot Chocolate Recipe. This rich and creamy hot chocolate is a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Hot Chocolate:
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Crushed peppermint candies
- Mini marshmallows
- Holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and sugar. Heat over medium-low, whisking until smooth and hot.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and peppermint extract. Pour into mugs.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, candies, and sprinkles. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra indulgence, add Nutella or white chocolate chips.
- To make it dairy-free, use oat milk and coconut cream.
- Perfect for holiday movie nights or Santa’s treat!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
