Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cocoa

On cold winter days a hot cup of cocoa seems to warm you from head to toe. This recipe makes a delicious, rich hot chocolate you’re sure to love.

“…The After-the-Game Warming House nights Grace had begun were apparently a big hit. It appeared half the town was crowded into the bookstore, consuming steaming cups of hot chocolate and freshly baked donuts from LeeAnn’s Bakery…”

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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cocoa

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Servings: 2

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups milk
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Method

 

1. Heat milk in saucepan on medium high until milk is hot and beginning to steam.
2. Remove pan from burner.
3. Whisk in sugar, extract, and chocolate chips.
4. Continue to stir constantly until chocolate is fully melted. If coca is not hot enough continue stirring over very low heat.
5. Pour into mugs. Enjoy!

Notes

This cocoa is good enough to drink just as it is, but you can add your favorite toppings. In our humble opinion this recipe is best served with whipped cream.