Frosted Peppermint Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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A cozy hot chocolate infused with refreshing peppermint and topped with fluffy whipped cream. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, brings together whole milk, heavy cream, semi-sweet chocolate chips for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp peppermint extract
1 cup whipped cream
2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream and heat over medium heat until steaming, about 4 minutes; do not boil.
Step 2: Add 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tbsp granulated sugar to the hot milk mixture and whisk continuously until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth and glossy.
Step 3: Stir in 1/2 tsp peppermint extract and continue heating for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top each with 1/4 cup whipped cream.
Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies evenly over the whipped cream to create a frosted, festive appearance. Serve immediately to warm up on a cold day.