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Fun Frostbite Blue Hot Chocolate

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Warm up your winter nights with this Fun Frostbite Blue Hot Chocolate, a festive twist on classic hot chocolate that's creamy, visually stunning, and infused with a refreshing hint of mint.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drink
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 2 cups
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • mugs

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 2–3 tbsp sugar or sweetener, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
  • blue food coloring (to desired shade)
  • whipped cream (optional)
  • mini marshmallows (optional)
  • chocolate shavings (optional)
  • crushed candy canes or peppermint pieces (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Pour 2 cups of your chosen milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat. Avoid boiling; aim for a gentle simmer.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 2–3 tablespoons of sugar. Whisk continuously to combine and dissolve any lumps, creating a smooth chocolate base.
  • Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract. Add a few drops of blue food coloring until your hot chocolate reaches the desired shade.
  • Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings, or crushed candy canes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use plant-based milk for a vegan option. Adjust sweetness to taste using sugar alternatives. Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, or crushed candy canes for a festive presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg
Keyword blue hot chocolate, holiday drink, mint chocolate, winter beverage
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