Description
Delight in this Creamy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate, a cozy and indulgent drink blending warm ginger spices with rich chocolate for the perfect holiday treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tbsp. cocoa powder
- ¼ cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
- ½ tbsp. molasses
- 1 ½ tsp. ground ginger
- ¼ tsp. nutmeg
Toppings
- Whipped cream for topping
- A sprinkle of nutmeg for topping (optional)
- Gingerbread cookies for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium or small saucepan, combine cocoa powder, chocolate chips, sugar, molasses, ground ginger, nutmeg, and milk to prepare the hot chocolate base.
- Heat Mixture: Heat the saucepan over medium heat, whisking occasionally until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture becomes steamy and hot but not boiling.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs and top each with whipped cream. Optionally, add a sprinkle of nutmeg and a gingerbread cookie on the side for extra festive flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer, creamier texture; substitute with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- If you prefer a spicier hot chocolate, increase ground ginger up to 2 tsp.
- Molasses adds a deep, rich sweetness; you can substitute with dark brown sugar if molasses is unavailable.
- Whisking occasionally while heating prevents the chocolate from burning and ensures smoothness.
- Add whipped cream just before serving to maintain its texture and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 449 kcal
- Sugar: 49 g
- Sodium: 145 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
