Description
A rich and creamy white hot chocolate with hints of peppermint and cinnamon, perfect for a cozy winter day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine milk, white chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
- Stir in peppermint extract and cinnamon.
- Heat until hot but not boiling.
- Pour into mugs.
- Top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Adjust peppermint and cinnamon to your taste.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: white hot chocolate, winter drink, peppermint cocoa, creamy hot chocolate, holiday beverage