Hot Chocolate with Peppermint Schnapps

Hot Chocolate with Peppermint Schnapps

Hot Chocolate with Peppermint Schnapps a simple way to warm yourself in the cold winter months. This seasonal treat is sure to bring a smile to your face.

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Course: Drinks

Keyword: Hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps, hot chocolate

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 4

Servings: servings

Calories: 430kcal

Author: Dawn

Ingredients

4 cups milk
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips about 3/4 cup
4 1/2 ounces peppermint schnapps more or less per taste (divided)
sweetened whipped cream and peppermint candies optional

Instructions

In a medium saucepan heat, 1 cup of the milk over medium heat to simmer
Add the chocolate chips and stir until the chocolate is melted.
Add the remaining milk and whisk until the milk and chocolate is heated. Do not boil.
Add the peppermint schnapps to a cup or a mug and fill with the hot chocolate
Top with sweetened whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies or marshmallows if desired.

Notes

Use higher fat milk for a richer cup of hot chocolate.
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are used for this recipe, but for a light taste of chocolate use half milk chocolate chips and half semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Do not boil the milk.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove to the desired temperature.

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