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    Home » Beverages » Homemade Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

    Homemade Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

    Posted on December 22, 2021 · Last Updated on December 22, 2021 · By Srividhya G · Leave a Comment

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    Rich and delicious homemade peppermint white hot chocolate recipe! A perfect warm beverage for the festive holiday season!

    handheld shot of white hot chocolate topped with peppermint

    Didn’t I say that we love the combination of white chocolate and peppermint? I am with another white chocolate recipe after the white chocolate peppermint fudge and peppermint bark! Make way for some rich, creamy, and delicious peppermint white hot chocolate. 

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    • What’s so special about this homemade white hot chocolate
    • Ingredients required
    • Variation and other toppings
    • Dietary specifications
    • Homemade peppermint white hot chocolate recipe
    • Recipe notes
    • Explore other warm beverages 
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    Peppermint white hot chocolate is one of those popular seasoning beverages that you can find in many coffee joints. Guess what? With simple ingredients, you can easily make it at home. 

    What’s so special about this homemade white hot chocolate

    • Flavored with peppermint and topped with a crushed candy cane, this is a perfect warm beverage to pair with your festive meal spread. This hot chocolate is a crowd-pleaser recipe for sure! 
    • You can easily customize the flavors and toppings.
    • You can easily make it on the stove-top or microwave. (I have provided the instructions for both below) 
    • While the store-bought version is loaded with heavy cream and topping, you can adjust as per your preference. 
    • A caffeine-free beverage perfect for kids and adults. 

    Ingredients required

    We need only four ingredients for this recipe, and here they are,

    1. Milk – I used whole milk for this recipe, and along with white chocolate, it made this drink rich and creamy.
    2. White chocolate chips – You need 1.5 to 2 oz of white chocolate chips for one cup of milk. Use good quality white chocolate chips made with cacao butter. (You can check out my homemade white chocolate too)
    3. Peppermint extract: For the flavor, I went with peppermint extract. Instead of peppermint extract, you can add crushed candy canes too. But adding peppermint extract does make a difference.
    4. Crushed candy cane: I topped it with ½ tsp of finely crushed candy cane. That’s optional, though. 
    overhead shot of peppermint white chocolate recipe with some white chocolate chips and candy canes on the side

    Variation and other toppings

    Instead of peppermint extract, you can add vanilla extract and make a vanilla-flavored white hot chocolate. The butterscotch extract will work too.

    Before serving, you can top it with whipped cream and add marshmallows or caramel sauce. 

    Dietary specifications

    This is a nut-free and gluten-free dish. I haven’t tested this recipe with vegan substitutes. 

    Enjoy this drink warm. It’s a comforting drink in the colder months for sure. I always make it fresh and serve it immediately. I never made this drink ahead.  

    Homemade peppermint white hot chocolate recipe

    Stove-top instructions

    • Add the milk to a saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat. As soon as you see tiny bubbles, you can add the chocolate—no need to bring it to a boil.
    milk simmering in saucepan
    • Add the white chocolate, and using a hand whisk, gently mix until the chocolate melts. 
    adding the white chocolate
    • Add in the peppermint extract and when it comes to a gentle simmer, turn off the heat. 
    adding peppermint extract
    • Serve immediately topped with crushed candy canes. 
    white hot chocolate served in a mug placed on a wooden coaster with some candy canes and choco chips on the side

    Microwave instructions

    • Add the milk and microwave for 45 to 60 seconds in a microwave-safe glass or pitcher.
    • Now add the white chocolate and microwave again for 45 seconds. I did not adjust the power settings, and I went with the high setting.
    • Mix well, and by now, the chocolate would have melted. Add the peppermint extract and serve warm. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy.

    Recipe notes

    • I used A2 whole milk for this recipe. You can use reduced-fat milk too. PS – I haven’t tested this recipe with any other plant-based milk.
    • You need 3 to 4 oz of white chocolate chips for this measure—no need to add extra sugar.
    • Adjust the amount of peppermint extract to taste. 
    • You can top the white-hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows too. 

    Explore other warm beverages 

    • Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
    • Instant Pot Tea | Dum Chai
    • Matcha Green Tea Latte
    • Easy Turmeric Milk | Golden Milk

    PS:  If you try this homemade peppermint white hot chocolate, please don’t forget to comment and rate this recipe. If you have any questions, please leave a comment, and I will get to it ASAP. Make sure to follow me on my Pinterest for more healthy and delicious ideas! Follow me on Instagram or join my Facebook Group for more recipe updates! You can also sign-up for my newsletter for weekly updates.

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    peppermint white hot chocolate served in a mug with some candy canes and white chocolate on the side
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    Homemade Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

    Rich and delicious homemade peppermint white hot chocolate recipe! A perfect warm beverage for the festive holiday season!
    Prep Time2 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time7 mins
    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 384kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups milk refer notes
    • 3 to 4 oz white chocolate
    • ¼ tsp peppermint extract
    • ½ tsp crushed candy cane

    Instructions

    Stove-top instructions

    • Add the milk to a saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat. As soon as you see tiny bubbles, you can add the chocolate—no need to bring it to a boil.
    • Add the white chocolate, and using a hand whisk, gently mix until the chocolate melts.
    • Add in the peppermint extract and when it comes to a gentle simmer, turn off the heat.
    • Serve immediately topped with crushed candy canes.

    Microwave instructions

    • Add the milk and microwave for 45 to 60 seconds in a microwave-safe glass or pitcher.
    • Now add the white chocolate and microwave again for 45 seconds. I did not adjust the power settings, and I went with the high setting.
    • Mix well, and by now, the chocolate would have melted. Add the peppermint extract and serve warm. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy.

    Notes

    • I used A2 whole milk for this recipe. You can use reduced-fat milk too. PS – I haven’t tested this recipe with any other plant-based milk.
    • You need 3 to 4 oz of white chocolate chips for this measure—no need to add extra sugar.
    • Adjust the amount of peppermint extract to taste. 
    • You can top the white-hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows too. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 444mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 408IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 360mg | Iron: 1mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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