Frostbeam Christmas Cocoa
A creamy and delightful hot cocoa with a hint of peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Candy snowflakes or crushed peppermint (for garnish)
- Edible shimmer dust or white luster dust (for glow)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, heavy cream, white chocolate, and sugar.
- Whisk until the chocolate melts and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the peppermint extract, then remove from heat.
- Pour into transparent cups or mugs to highlight the soft glow.
- Top with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle candy snowflakes or crushed peppermint on top.
- Finish with a touch of edible shimmer dust for a frosty, radiant effect.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: hot cocoa, festive drink, holiday beverage, peppermint cocoa
Find it online: https://alexandrarecipes.com/frostbeam-christmas-cocoa/