Description
Warm up this winter with a delightful Gingerbread Hot Chocolate that combines rich chocolate and festive spices for a cozy treat. This recipe offers an inviting twist on traditional hot cocoa, perfect for holiday gatherings or a quiet evening at home. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this creamy indulgence, garnished with crushed gingerbread cookies for a fun and festive flair. Customize the sweetness and spice levels to fit everyone’s taste, making it a versatile beverage for all occasions. Embrace the warmth of this aromatic drink and enjoy each sip as it fills your home with holiday cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp molasses
- Whipped cream for topping
- Cinnamon or nutmeg for sprinkling
- Crushed gingerbread cookies for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of whole milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream until warm but not boiling.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder until melted and well combined.
- Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, along with 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon molasses. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, sprinkling with cinnamon or nutmeg and crushed gingerbread cookies before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg