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Overhead view of a mug of mint hot chocolate topped with a thick swirl of whipped cream and crushed peppermint candy. Red and white candy cane pieces sprinkled on top. Set on a rustic wooden table with candy canes and another mug partially visible in the background.

Homemade Mint Hot Chocolate

Nesting Lane
Homemade Mint Hot Chocolate made in minutes with cocoa powder, milk, and candy cane for a cozy drink at home.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Equipment

Microwave Safe Bowl
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup
Large Mug

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • In a large microwave-safe mug or container, add the cocoa powder and crushed candy cane.
  • Pour in the hot water. Stir until smooth.
  • Microwave on High for 1 minute. Stir well.
  • Add the milk and vanilla extract.
  • Microwave for 1½ to 2 minutes until hot.
  • Add the sugar substitute. Stir until dissolved.
  • Top with whipped topping if using.

Notes

Yields: 2 Cups
5 Weight Watchers Points

Tips and Tricks

Candy Cane Texture - Crush the candy cane very finely so it melts evenly into the drink.
Microwave Heating - Stir between heating intervals to keep the cocoa from settling at the bottom.
Mint Strength - Start with less peppermint and adjust after tasting to avoid overpowering the chocolate.

Reheating

Reheat in Microwave – Place the mug back in the microwave and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 261IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 182mgIron: 1mg
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