Sunday, March 8, 2009

Peppermint Stick Hot Chocolate


For an adults-only party, consider spiking this drink with mint liqueur, such as peppermint schnapps or crème de menthe.

Yield

12 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup hot chocolate, 1 candy cane, 1 tablespoon marshmallows)

Ingredients
* 8 cups 2% reduced-fat milk
* 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
* 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
* 12 candy canes
* 3/4 cup miniature marshmallows
* Whole grated nutmeg (optional)


Preparation
Combine milk, brown sugar, cocoa, vanilla, nutmeg, and semisweet chocolate in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook 25 minutes or until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth, stirring occasionally. Serve with candy canes and marshmallows. Garnish with whole grated nutmeg, if desired.

Nutritional Information
Calories: 194 (18% from fat)
Fat: 3.9g (sat 2.3g,mono 0.0g,poly 0.0g)
Protein: 7g
Carbohydrate: 34g
Fiber: 0.8g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Iron: 0.6mg
Sodium: 96mg
Calcium: 32mg

source by: myrecipes.com
recipes by: David Bonom, Cooking Light
photo: Jeff Kauck

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