Favorite Gingerbread Spiced Hot Chocolate
A rich and warming gingerbread spiced hot chocolate perfect for cozy winter days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 teaspoons gingerbread spice
- 1/4 cup dutch processed cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup sugar (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon dark molasses
- 1 pinch salt
- Whipped cream and marshmallows (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small pot and bring to a simmer while whisking.
- Heat until the sugar has dissolved and serve hot topped with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add extra molasses or honey to taste.
- Top with whipped cream and marshmallows for an extra indulgent treat.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for a larger batch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
