Description
This Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is a cozy, festive drink combining rich chocolate with warm gingerbread spices. Perfect for chilly days and holiday celebrations, it features a creamy texture enhanced with molasses and topped with whipped cream and optional gingerbread cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tbsp. cocoa powder
- ¼ cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
- ½ tbsp. molasses
- 1 ½ tsp. ground ginger
- ¼ tsp. nutmeg
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
- A sprinkle of nutmeg for topping
- Gingerbread cookies for topping
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium or small saucepan, add cocoa powder, milk chocolate chips, granulated sugar, molasses, ground ginger, nutmeg, and milk.
- Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk occasionally until the chocolate chips melt completely and the mixture becomes steamy but not boiling, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs. Top each with whipped cream, a gingerbread cookie, or a sprinkle of nutmeg as desired for extra festive flavor.
Notes
- This creamy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is perfect for the holiday season and provides a warm, spicy twist on classic hot cocoa.
- Use whole milk for extra creaminess or substitute with a dairy-free alternative for a different twist.
- You can adjust the amount of molasses and spices according to your taste preference.
- For a richer drink, use dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
- Optional toppings like whipped cream and gingerbread cookies add festive flair and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 449 kcal
- Sugar: 49 g
- Sodium: 145 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
