Homemade Hot Chocolate

We love this peppermint twist (2 ways) on homemade hot chocolate. A warming drink to cozy up by the fire to watch your favourite holiday movie.

(Serves: 1)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk of choice

• 1 Tbsp cocoa powder

• 1 Tbsp honey

• Dash of vanilla extract

• 2 Tbsp chocolate chips

• Peppermint extract OR peppermint tea bag (optional)

• Marshmallows

Directions:

Use a double boiler to warm (on low heat) 1 cup of your favourite milk, whisking constantly.

In your favourite mug, stir together 1 Tbsp cocoa powder, 1 Tbsp honey, a dash of vanilla and 2 Tbsp chocolate chips.

If using, add a drop of peppermint extract OR a peppermint tea bag and stir well. Top with a handful of marshmallows.

Pour the warmed milk over the chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Top with more marshmallows if desired.

Cozy up in front of the fireplace with your warm cup of hot chocolate & enjoy every sip while watching a holiday movie!

Feel free to double, triple, or quadruple this recipe to share with the whole family!