Peppermint Spiked Hot Chocolate
Day 1 of 25 Days of Christmas. When you think of flavors of Christmas what comes to mind? Many thinks of peppermint first and it’s great to add to so many items. With this Peppermint Spiked Hot Chocolate, it will soon become your favorite adult version for a warm drink.
This can easily be made kid-friendly with just using a little peppermint extract instead of the Peppermint Vodka.
Making The Peppermint Spiked Hot Chocolate
Ingredients:
2 oz. Peppermint Vodka
3 oz. Instant Hot Chocolate
6 oz. Hot Milk (3/4 cup)
Favorite Toppings for Hot Chocolate
Mini Marshmallows
Whipped Creeam
Candy Canes
Crushed Peppermints
Mini Chocolate Chips
Sprinkles
For one cup:
Heat milk in a microwave safe mug until it’s about 170 – 190 degrees, approximately 1 minute, 15 seconds. This can depend on your microwave.
Remove from microwave and add your Peppermint Vodka and Hot Chocolate Mix.
Stir until mix is dissolved.
Finish with your favorite toppings.
Add a candy cane and enjoy.
For more than one cup:
Heat your milk on the stovetop in a saucepan until it’s about 170 – 190 degrees. Do not let your milk boil.
Remove from stovetop and add your Peppermint Vodka and Hot Chocolate Mix.
Stir until mix is dissolved.
Ladle into your mugs.
Finish with your favorite toppings.
Add a candy cane and enjoy.
A few more serving ideas and hints.
Fill a thermos to enjoy at your outdoor events. Of course, if you are driving, use precautions.
If using peppermint extract, begin with just a drop or two. The extract can be very strong and can vary by brands.
Measure your hot chocolate mix if using packets – the weight can vary by brands.
3 oz of mix equals 6 Tablespoons
If you want to make Hot Chocolate for a crowd, try this in the easy and rich recipe in Crock Pot.
You could always add a little Peppermint Vodka or Extract to a cup.
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Happy Travels,
Rosemary
Rosemary, you know that I LOVE hot chocolate. I have never made a peppermint hot chocolate. I have bookmarked your list and cannot wait to make it. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas.
Anything chocolate is good to me.
Pepprmint and hot chocolate! What a festive Christmas drink! Wonderful for family and friends gathering. We’ll be leaving out the vodka!
Just a little peppermint, a candy cane can add a lot of flavor. Plus they are a fun stir stick.
Hi there! Your Peppermint Spiked Hot Chocolate sounds wonderful! I was super inspired to try it this weekend! I would love to have you link up your recipe at Whimsy Home Wednesdays to inspire others and have a chance to be featured https://www.artsandclassy.com/category/diy/whimsy-home-wednesdays-linky-party/
Somehow I missed this comment, but will check out on Wednesday link party.
I don’t drink so I love the peppermint essence idea. So many tasty things to try this Christmas!
I’m not a big drinker, but picky about what I do drink. Even a candy cane can add a lot of flavor.
This sounds delicious! Thank you for sharing!! Pinned
This sounds amazing! What a fun and festive treat for the holidays! I love peppermint and chocolate together! Thanks for sharing! Pinning now!
Great for anytime of the year really. In the summer, it will make you think of winter.