Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Country Woman
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More than a hint of cool mint makes this delicious sipper a special switch from traditional hot chocolate. Besides the rich beverage that's quick to fix, a dollop of whipped cream with crushed candy tops each mug lusciously.
SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Beverages
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
Ingredients:
- 3-1/2 cups milk
- 8 squares (1 ounce each) white baking chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 spearmint or peppermint candies, crushed
- Additional crushed peppermint candies, optional
Directions:
In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until steaming. Add chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract.
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in the crushed candies. Ladle hot chocolate into mugs; dollop with whipped cream. Sprinkle with additional candies if desired. Yield: 4 servings.