Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Warm up this winter with our cozy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate, a delightful twist on the classic hot cocoa that brings holiday cheer to every sip. This rich and creamy drink is infused with warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, creating a comforting beverage that evokes memories of festive gatherings. Perfect for chilly nights, it’s an easy recipe that takes only minutes to prepare, making it ideal for impromptu celebrations or quiet evenings at home. Top it off with whipped cream and crushed gingerbread cookies for a truly indulgent experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
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
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Stir occasionally until warmed through but not boiling.
- Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and cocoa powder. Whisk continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in the brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and molasses. Continue whisking until well combined.
- Remove from heat and pour into mugs. Top with whipped cream, sprinkle with extra spices, and garnish with crushed gingerbread cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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