Spiked Peppermint Hot Cocoa

This spiked peppermint hot cocoa is a boozy winter cocktail that features hot chocolate infused with peppermint vodka and topped with homemade whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings mugs

Calories 1151kcal

Author Wanda Simone

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons
stand mixer and bowl
Piping bag optional
small saucepan
2 Mugs

Ingredients

For the hot chocolate:

2 cups milk
¾ cup dry hot cocoa mix
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup (or 4 oz) peppermint Vodka

For the whipped cream and garnishes: (optional)

1 cup heavy cream
1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Garnishes: candy canes, mini chocolate chips, mini marshmallows

Instructions

Make the whipped cream (optional):

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla.
1 cup heavy cream
, 1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
, 1 teaspoon vanilla
Whip on high for 2 to 3 minutes or until stiff peaks.
If you want to make the whipped cream look pretty, transfer it to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
Set aside.

Make the hot chocolate:

In a small saucepan, combine the milk, hot cocoa mix and chocolate chips.
2 cups milk
, ¾ cup dry hot cocoa mix
, ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Heat over medium until steaming - just before it begins to boil. Stir well and often.
Once the hot cocoa is hot (but not boiling - if needed, allow it to cool), pour in the peppermint Vodka. Stir well.
½ cup (or 4 oz) peppermint Vodka
Pour the hot cocoa into your drinking glasses.
Pipe or spoon a large dollop of whipped cream on top of each hot cocoa.
Sprinkle with the mini marshmallows and mini chocolate chips.
Garnishes: candy canes, mini chocolate chips, mini marshmallows
Serve with a candy cane, if desired.

Notes

This cocktail is best served fresh and hot.

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