Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Servings:

Skill Level:  Beginner

Total Time:  5-10 minutes 

 

Ingredients:

 

2 cups almond milk, unsweetened

3 T cocoa powder 

2 T pure maple syrup 

½ tsp vanilla extract

⅛ tsp peppermint extract 

 

Directions:

 

  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla and peppermint extract. Whisk well to combine. 
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then taste and adjust as needed.
  3. Serve warm, with optional coconut whipped cream and crushed candy canes or a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top, if desired! 

 

Nutrition Information: 

Per 6-8 oz serving

Calories: 130, Fat: 3.5g, Protein: 3g, Carbohydrates: 19g, Fiber: 2g, Added Sugar: 13g, Sodium: 150mg