Description
A whimsical and festive hot chocolate that brings joy and warmth during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar (granulated, brown, or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 drops green food coloring
- Whipped cream for topping
- Mini marshmallows or crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring regularly.
- Add vanilla extract and green food coloring once the mixture steams.
- Heat until hot but not boiling, then remove from heat.
- Pour the hot chocolate into festive mugs.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, and crushed candy canes.
Notes
For a creamier texture, use whole milk. You can also customize with flavors like hazelnut or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, holiday drink, festive beverage, Grinch hot chocolate, winter drink