Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cocktail
A festive frozen cocktail blending creamy hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps, and whipped cream. Rich, cool, chocolatey, and perfect for holiday treats!
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tall glass or mug
- Mixing spoon
- Small bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Straw
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 cup ice
- 1 cup milk whole or 2%
- 3 tbsp hot chocolate mix or cocoa powder with sugar
- 1 oz peppermint schnapps
- 0.5 tsp peppermint extract optional
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
- whipped cream for topping
- crushed candy cane for garnish
- chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Add ice, milk, hot chocolate mix, schnapps, peppermint extract, and chocolate syrup to blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or mintiness as desired. Pour into a tall glass.
- Top with whipped cream, crushed candy cane, and chocolate shavings or cocoa powder. Serve with a straw or spoon.
Notes
Try almond or oat milk for a lighter version. Add extra schnapps for more kick, or leave it out for a non-alcoholic version. Toppings make it festive!