Homemade Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of the holiday season with this rich and creamy Homemade Gingerbread Hot Chocolate, infused with classic gingerbread spices and perfect for cozy winter days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Crushed gingersnap cookies or a dusting of cinnamon (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves over medium heat.
- Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chocolate chips and stir until fully melted and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and optional garnish like crushed gingersnap cookies or cinnamon dust.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk and vegan chocolate chips for a vegan version.
- Add a splash of spiced rum or bourbon for an adult-friendly boozy twist.
- Adjust spices or sweeteners to suit your taste preferences.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicier version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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