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Five Ingredient Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

If you were looking for a rich, creamy, decadent, slightly peppermint-y hot chocolate, search no further. This five ingredient peppermint hot chocolate recipe is super easy to make, requires minimal ingredients, and is perfect to enjoy on a cold winter morning. I picture myself bundling up on the couch, watching a Christmas movie, and sipping on this hot chocolate.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups (480 mL) milk of choice whole milk, skim milk, nut milk, etc.
  • 2 tablespoons (10 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛-1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1-2 tablespoons granulated sugar if needed

Instructions

  • In a sauce pan over medium heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Whisk until combined and the mixture is simmering. 
  • Add the chocolate and stir until combined and the chocolate is melted. Pour into two mugs and top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, etc., and enjoy!
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