This peppermint white hot chocolate is a refreshing twist on classic hot cocoa
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When it's cold outside this winter, try our spin on a warming cup of hot chocolate. Top with candy canes pieces for an extra festive garnish.
Ingredients
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon crushed peppermint candies
5 1/2 cups of milk
12 ounces whit baking chocolate
3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
mini marshmallows for garnish
crushed peppermint for garnish
Tools
Candy Cane Spoons 12-pack, $13.69 (originally $15.91)
Instructions
First, make whipped cream: In a small bowl, whisk cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in crushed candy pieces.
Make hot chocolatE: In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until it bubbles form around sides of pan. Stir chocolate into milk until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in mint extract.
Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream. Garnish with candy pieces and marshmallows.