Description

This festive candy cane hot chocolate combines silky cocoa, peppermint and marshmallows in a cozy holiday drink. Perfect for Christmas gatherings or a winter treat.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups whole milk or dairy-free alternative

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tablespoons sugar

1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 tablespoons crushed candy cane pieces

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/2 cup mini marshmallows

whipped cream for topping

additional candy canes for garnish

Instructions

1. Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until hot but not boiling.

2. Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.

3. Add chocolate chips and crushed candy cane pieces, stirring until melted and peppermint is infused.

4. Stir in vanilla extract and remove the pan from heat.

5. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with mini marshmallows and whipped cream.

6. Garnish each mug with an additional candy cane and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: beverage
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug

Keywords: candy cane hot chocolate, christmas hot chocolate, hot chocolate with marshmallows, cute cup of hot chocolate, holiday hot cocoa, peppermint hot chocolate