Cozy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate: 7 Irresistible Steps
Warm up with a delightful Gingerbread Hot Chocolate that wraps you in cozy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups milk (use whole or non-dairy alternative for a creamy base)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (adds luxurious richness; substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 4 ounces dark chocolate (chopped; provides deep flavor; semi-sweet works too)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (adds sweetness with a hint of molasses; adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (for signature spiciness; use fresh ginger for bolder flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (adds warmth; add more for extra aroma)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (brightens flavors; pure vanilla is best)
- whipped cream (for topping; use store-bought or homemade)
- cinnamon sticks (for garnish; a lovely touch for stirring)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm 2 cups of milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream until steaming but not boiling.
- Whisk in 4 ounces of chopped dark chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Mix in 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, stirring until combined.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and stir to enhance the flavor profile.
- Allow the mixture to heat gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream; garnish with cinnamon sticks.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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