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Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate is deep, delicious drink elevated with peppermint extract and topped with whipped cream. Now that the weather is getting downright cold and the holidays just around the corner, this Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect drink for you and your guests.

a silver tray is holding two glass cups of neilsen massey peppermint hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and peppermint candies along with a bowl of peppermint candy, two silver spoons, aa silver pot of hot chocolate, a glass pitcher of milk all of which are against a white background.

Recently, Neilsen-Massey, the vanilla and flavoring company offered me the opportunity to try a few of their products. As I routinely use the vanilla and vanilla bean paste, I thought I would branch out and try something new.

One of the flavors I choose was the peppermint extract and boy, am I happy that I did! The pure peppermint extract is smooth and is the perfect compliment to the rich chocolate flavor of this cocoa.

There is no aftertaste, just a sweet, fresh and minty flavor. In addition to hot chocolate, I think it would be fabulous in cakes and brownies, not to mention a few savory dishes as well.

NOTE: I have not been compensated for this post. I was given a sample of the product. My opinions are my own and are not influenced in any way by the manufacturer.

I hope that you have a great holiday. Enjoy your time with family and friends this week!

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Why you’ll love this Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

Dark chocolatey and minty
Easy recipe using pantry ingredients
Great holiday recipe for gatherings, parties, and events
Would be the perfect drink for a holiday cookie party!

Ingredients

Heavy cream
Sugar
Whole milk
Half and half
60% chocolate
Nielsen Massey Peppermint Extract

Garnish:

Candy canes or Andes Peppermint candy

a silver tray against a white background holds two glass cups of Neilsen Massey Peppermint Hot Chocolate topped with whipped cream and crushed mint candies alongside a glass bowl of peppermint candy and two spoons, a silver pitcher of hot chocolate and a tall glass carafe of milk.

How to Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Take 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of sugar and whip until soft peaks form. Set aside in refrigerator.
In a medium saucepan add half and half, milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Whisk together over medium heat.
Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat, add the chopped chocolate and whisk until smooth.
Add the extract and mix again.
Pour into mugs and garnish with whipped cream, candy canes or chopped peppermint candy.

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Tips & Variations

More garnishes. Add some holiday marshmallows, shaved chocolate, fresh mint sprigs, or powdered cocoa.
Make it boozy. Some Creme de Menthe or Peppermint Schnapps will intensify the minty flavor.
Double or triple the recipe. Make enough to serve at any holiday gathering or event.

Storage

This hot chocolate is best enjoyed immediately but can be refrigerated in a covered container for up to 2 days.

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closeup of two glass mugs of rich dark mint-flavored hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and red crushed jpeppermint candies alongside a glass dish of red and white peppermint candies on a white background

Neilsen Massey Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Neilsen Massey Peppermint Hot Chocolate is a deep, rich dark hot chocolate drink elevated with peppermint extract and whipped cream topping.

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Ingredients

½ cup heavy cream divided
1 teaspoon sugar plus 2 tablespoons
2 cups whole milk
½ cup half and half
5 oz. 60% chocolate chopped
¼ teaspoon Nielsen Massey Peppermint Extract

For garnish:

candy canes or Andes Peppermint candy

Instructions

Take 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of sugar and whip until soft peaks form. Set aside in refrigerator.
In a medium saucepan add half and half, milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Whisk together over medium heat.
Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat, add the chopped chocolate and whisk until smooth.
Add the extract and mix again.
Pour into mugs and garnish with whipped cream, candy canes or chopped peppermint candy.

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: neilsen Massey Peppermint hot chocolate