Chocolate Peppermint Mocktail
A delightful non-alcoholic drink that combines rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Hot chocolate mix or 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Optional: Crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Your Hot Chocolate: Whisk together cocoa powder with 1 cup of warm milk in a small saucepan until smooth and creamy. Add sweetener if desired.
- Add Peppermint: Stir in the peppermint extract and adjust to taste.
- Pour and Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into a festive mug, leaving room for whipped cream.
- Add Toppings: Top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings.
- Enjoy: Your Chocolate Peppermint Mocktail is ready to drink!
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day without the whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: mocktail, chocolate, peppermint, holiday drink, non-alcoholic
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