Description

These festive hot cocoa cups combine rich chocolate, fluffy marshmallows, and peppermint candy canes for a cozy holiday treat. Perfect for sharing beside the Christmas tree on a chilly evening.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tbsp sugar

2 cups whole milk

1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

handful mini marshmallows

2 candy canes plus extra for garnish

whipped cream optional

Instructions

1. Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until small bubbles form around the edges.

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

3. Add the chocolate chips and whisk until they melt and the mixture turns glossy.

4. Divide the hot cocoa between two mugs and top each with a handful of mini marshmallows.

5. Stir each mug with a candy cane to infuse peppermint flavor.

6. Add whipped cream if desired and sprinkle crushed candy cane pieces on top.

7. Serve immediately while hot.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: beverage
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug
Calories: 350
Sugar: 38
Sodium: 120
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 9
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 3
Protein: 8
Cholesterol: 35

Keywords: christmas hot cocoa, hot chocolate, candy cane cocoa, marshmallow cocoa, holiday drink, chocolate bomb