Description
A cozy and indulgent Peppermint White Hot Chocolate recipe that combines creamy white chocolate and festive peppermint flavors. Perfect for warming up during the holiday season, this easy-to-make hot beverage is topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candy for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 4 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 peppermint candy cane
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Crushed peppermint candy
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Candy Cane: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the milk and the whole peppermint candy cane. Stir constantly to ensure the candy cane dissolves completely into the warm milk, creating a smooth peppermint-infused base.
- Add White Chocolate: Once the candy cane has melted fully, add the white chocolate chips to the saucepan. Continue stirring gently until the white chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Flavor and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peppermint extract to enhance the peppermint flavor. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, then generously top with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed peppermint candy on top for an extra festive touch.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice, including almond, oat, or soy, to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the peppermint extract to taste, adding more for a stronger peppermint flavor.
- For a richer beverage, use whole milk or add a splash of cream.
- Crushed peppermint candy can be replaced with candy cane pieces or peppermint sprinkles.
- Keep stirring the milk mixture constantly to prevent the chocolate from sticking or burning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
