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 |
2263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.0 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 602 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.9 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 261.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.5 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.3 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 1334 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2615 mg | 56% | |
*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.
