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a glass mug filled with gingerbread hot chocolate topped with whipped cream
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5 from 6 votes

Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

This delicious gingerbread hot chocolate is the perfect warm drink to celebrate the holiday season! So creamy and smooth, with a sweet gingerbread flavor!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: desserts, drink
Servings: 1 Cup
Calories: 230kcal

Ingredients

for the gingerbread syrup:

for the hot chocolate:

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the water, brown sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer 10 minutes, or until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, half and half, vanilla, and salt. Add the chocolate chips. Heat, stirring constantly, over medium heat, until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is hot. Add the gingerbread syrup and whisk to combine.
  • Serve hot with whipped cream and sprinkles, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal