Minty Cocoa
Cozy up with a comforting mug of Minty Cocoa, the perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint to brighten any chilly day. This decadent recipe combines whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and dark chocolate chips for a creamy, indulgent base, sweetened just right with granulated sugar. A splash of peppermint extract elevates the flavor, adding a crisp, cooling minty kick to every sip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy hot cocoa is topped with optional whipped cream and fresh mint leaves for an irresistibly festive touch. Perfect for holiday gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire, this Minty Cocoa recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers seeking a seasonal twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoons peppermint extract
- optional, for topping whipped cream
- 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) chopped fresh mint leaves
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
Warm the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved and the milk is hot but not boiling.
Stir in the dark chocolate chips until fully melted and the cocoa is smooth.
Add the peppermint extract and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the peppermint flavor if desired.
Pour the hot cocoa into two mugs.
Top with whipped cream and garnish with chopped fresh mint leaves, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, minty warmth!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 996 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
