Reindeer Dunk
Indulge in the holiday spirit with the festive and decadent Reindeer Dunk, a peppermint-infused hot chocolate recipe guaranteed to warm your winter evenings. This creamy treat combines whole milk, rich dark chocolate, and a hint of unsweetened cocoa powder, sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar. A touch of peppermint extract brings a refreshing twist, while toppings like fluffy whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and crushed candy canes add a delightful crunch and visual charm. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, this easy-to-make holiday beverage is perfect for cozying up by the fire or entertaining loved ones. Make the season brighter with this crowd-pleasing cup of comfort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 6 ounces chopped dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 4 pieces mini candy canes (or crushed peppermint candy)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling, about 3-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into four mugs, leaving a little room at the top for toppings.
Top each mug with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candy. Alternatively, hook a mini candy cane on the side of the mug for garnish.
Serve hot and enjoy your festive Reindeer Dunk while it’s warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 666 mg | 14% | |
*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.
