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Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Gingerbread Hot Chocolate: A Cozy Winter Indulgence

Warm up with this Gingerbread Hot Chocolate, a delightful drink that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and gingerbread spices, perfect for winter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Hot Chocolate Base
  • 4 cups Milk Any type of milk can be used.
  • 1/4 cups Cocoa Powder Unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • 1/4 cups Brown Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor of the chocolate.
Garnishes
  • 1/2 cups Whipped Cream For topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Chocolate Shavings Optional garnish.
  • 1 pinch Ground Nutmeg Optional sprinkle on top.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mug

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  2. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved, and the mixture is hot.
  3. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a sprinkle of nutmeg if desired.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy your cozy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is perfect for winter gatherings or as a cozy treat on a cold day. Feel free to adjust the spices to match your taste preference.

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