Hot Chocolate and Peppermint Schnapps Cocktail
A cozy winter cocktail combining rich hot chocolate with cool peppermint schnapps, topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, and crushed candy cane for a festive finish.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mug
- Ladle
- Heatproof stirring stick
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder or hot chocolate mix
- 1-2 tsp sugar adjust to taste
- 1 oz peppermint schnapps
- whipped cream for topping
- mini marshmallows optional
- crushed candy cane optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in peppermint schnapps.
- Pour into a mug.
- Top with whipped cream.
- Add mini marshmallows if desired.
- Sprinkle with crushed candy cane for garnish.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute peppermint extract (about 1/8 tsp). For group servings, scale up and keep warm in a slow cooker on low.