Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Warm and creamy peppermint hot chocolate with a hint of vanilla and crushed peppermint candies, perfect for cozy winter nights or holiday gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup Nestle Quik
  • 6 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. In a 3-quart saucepan, stir Nestle Quik and milk until smooth.
  2. Over medium heat, heat the mixture to boiling.
  3. Stir in crushed peppermint candy.
  4. Heat until tiny bubbles form around the edge of the pan.
  5. Do not boil.
  6. Remove from heat; add vanilla.
  7. Pour into cups or mugs.
  8. Top with marshmallows.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

275 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.4g 7% DV
Total Fat 3.6g 5% DV
Carbs 42.4g 15% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 23.7g 47% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 215.3mg 9% DV
Potassium 152.3mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 172mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 8.9mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 1.3mcg 7% DV
Calcium 188.5mg 15% DV
Iron 5.3mg 29% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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