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Quick Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Calories 1312kcal
Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons crushed peppermint
  • 1 teaspoon corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup boilIng water
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup half n half
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Whipped cream
  • 4 medium size candy canes

Instructions

  • Using a clean finger run the rim of each mug with a small amount of corn syrup. Place crushed peppermint on plate. Press rim of each glass into crushed peppermint.
  • In large saucepan combine sugar, cocoa and pinch of salt. Add boiling water. Turn heat on to low and bring to simmer; stirring constantly. Simmer for 2-3 minutes; stirring constantly. Add milk and half n half. Stir to combine and simmer until warm; stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat and stir in mint extract, Split between 4 mugs and top with whipped cream. Use candy canes for stir sticks.

Nutrition

Calories: 1312kcal | Carbohydrates: 187g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 151mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 1995mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 164g | Vitamin A: 1828IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 1188mg | Iron: 6mg