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closeup of mug of hot chocolate with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and sprig of mint
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5 from 3 votes

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate is a quick and easy hot cocoa spiked with peppermint schnapps for a cozy party cocktail or the perfect night cap any night of the week.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time6 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: adult hot chocolate, peppermint cocoa, peppermint schnapps, spiked hot chocolate
Servings: 2 small drinks
Calories: 366kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ⅓ cup chocolate syrup
  • 1 ½ ounces peppermint schnapps

optional garnishes

  • sweetened whipped cream or cool whip
  • shaved chocolate
  • fresh mint

Instructions

  • Pour milk into a small saucepan. Whisk in chocolate sauce and place over medium heat. Whisk continually until well combined and heated through, about 3- 5 minutes. Do not boil.
  • Pour into two small mugs or one large mug.
  • Add peppermint schnapps and stir to combine.
  • Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate and a sprig of mint if desired.

Notes

Double recipe as needed.
To make for a crowd: Mix milk, chocolate syrup and peppermint schnapps in to a crock pot. Cook on low heat for about an hour. Lower to warm until ready to serve. Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 43g
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