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Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate

By Susie Weinrich · Date Jan 19, 2022· Leave a Comment · May contain affiliate links.

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Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate is a delicious treat perfect for a cold winter day, a snow day or the Holidays. It is a rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate with peppermint extract added. Chocolate and peppermint could not be a more classic winter flavor pairing.

homemade peppermint hot chocolate with whipped cream and candy canes

Top it off with some whipped cream or a candy cane on the side. The whole family is going to love it.

…and if you have a lot of snow outside, have the kids make this snow ice cream!!!

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1 This Recipe Is…
2 Ingredients
3 Step by Step Picture Instructions
4 Toppings
5 Adult Hot Chocolate
6 More Peppermint Recipes!
7 Did you make this recipe?
8 Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

This Recipe Is…

  • a super rich and creamy peppermint hot chocolate.
  • perfectly balanced with flavors of chocolate, cream and peppermint.
  • easy to put together with ingredients you probably already have on hand!

Ingredients

You will find most of the ingredients you need in your baking cabinet, plus some milk from the fridge.

ingredients with text overlay for making peppermint hot cocoa
  • Whole Milk – this results in the creamiest hot chocolate without being too thick. If you prefer a non dairy milk I would stick to oat milk or cashew milk since they tend to be creamier. A lower fat milk will work too, it just won’t be a creamy.
  • Powdered Milk – powdered milk mixed with the whole milk makes for an extra creamy and rich hot chocolate! You can find powdered milk in the baking aisle at your grocery store.
  • Peppermint Extract – can be a very assertive flavor so you will want to make sure that you only use ½ tsp, then taste and see if you want more. I have not tested this recipe with an edible peppermint oil.
  • Cocoa Powder – you want to make sure you use an UNSWEETENED Cocoa Powder. You just want the chocolate flavor, not the extra sugar.
  • Chocolate Chips – we recommend using a semi sweet chocolate chip, it is sweet enough when combined with the powdered sugar. If you like a more bitter chocolate, try using a dark chocolate chip.

Step by Step Picture Instructions

It is pretty easy to make homemade peppermint cocoa, follow these steps:

Place a small saucepan over medium low heat, warm the 3 cups of whole milk.

While that warms through, in a medium sized bowl whisk together the powdered milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar.

homemade hot cocoa mix in a bowl

Slowly sprinkle the cocoa mixture into the warm milk, whisk until it is fully combined.

Stir in the ½ teaspoon peppermint extract.

Pour in the semi sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chips) and stir until they are fully melted.

peppermint hot cocoa in a sauce pan

Remove from the heat give it a taste for more peppermint.

Serve in mugs or heat proof glasses.

Toppings

Peppermint Hot Chocolate is only made better with all the toppings. Here are some great options:

  • Whipped Cream
  • Candy Canes
  • Chocolate Syrup
  • Marshmallows
  • Marshmallow bits
  • Andes Peppermint Crunch Bits
a mug of peppermint hot chocolate spilling over the edges with a candy cane on the side and whipped cream on top

Adult Hot Chocolate

If some of the adults want a boozy version of peppermint hot cocoa add any of these liquors for a delicious twist:

  • Peppermint Schnapps
  • Kahlua
  • Peppermint Rumchata
  • Whipped Cream Vodka
  • Marshmallow Vodka
  • Chocolate Liqueur

If some adults want a warming cocktail that is not chocolate, or is dairy free, check out this Tequila Hot Toddy. It tastes like warm apple cider!

More Peppermint Recipes!

  • peppermint bark oreos in a pile with a bite taken out of two cookies
    Homemade Peppermint Bark Oreos
  • a pile of peppermint brownie brittle and some candy canes
    Crispy Peppermint Brownie Brittle
  • Copycat thin mints in a baking pan
    Copycat Thin Mint Cookies

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a mug of peppermint hot chocolate spilling over the edges with a candy cane on the side and whipped cream on top

Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

Rich and creamy hot chocolate that is flavored with peppermint. Top with whipped cream or crushed candy canes for a delicious cold weather drink!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 3 cups
Calories: 599kcal
Author: Susie Weinrich

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup powdered milk
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan over medium low heat, warm the 3 cups milk.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the powdered milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Make sure all clumps are stirred out.
  • Slowly whisk the cocoa powder mixture into the warm milk until it is smooth and fully combined.
  • Stir in the ½ teaspoon peppermint extract.
  • Pour the chocolate chips in and stir until they are fully melted.
  • Remove from the heat and serve!
  • Top with all your favorite peppermint hot chocolate toppings: mini marshmallows, whipped cream, crushed candy canes, Andes Peppermint Crunch bits, mini candy canes…

Recipe Tips and Notes:

For the Adults: Add a little peppermint schnapps, peppermint Rumchata, or peppermint vodka for a boozy peppermint drink! 
Traditional Hot Cocoa: to make hot chocolate without the peppermint, pop over to this recipe for Homemade Hot Chocolate.
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Serving: 1cup | Calories: 599kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 915mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 420mg | Iron: 5mg

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Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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