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Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Cuisine: American, christmas, classic
Keyword: christmas recipes, hot chocolate, peppermint
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Author: unarosevegan
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Equipment

  • Food scale

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almond milk Or unsweetened milk of your choice
  • 1 cup Full fat organic coconut milk
  • 2 oz Dark unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons Sweetener of your choice Or more as desired
  • 1/8 teaspoon Organic peppermint non alcoholic extract
  • Coconut whipped cream As topping
  • Vegan peppermint mini marshmellows As topping
  • Crushed candy canes As topping

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, chocolate, sweetener, and peppermint flavor. Stir well with a spoon or whisk to combine.
  • Heat and stir the mixture until everything is melted and combined. Taste and add more sweetener or peppermint extract as desired. Remember, before adding more sweetener, that your toppings will add sweetness as well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring to prevent burning.
  • Once boiling, immediately pour mixture into 2 mugs. Top with marshmellows, vegan whip cream and crushed candy canes. Serve immediately.