Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
If you’re a gingerbread lover, you’re going to ADORE this Gingerbread Hot Chocolate. This from-scratch hot cocoa recipe comes together quickly on the stovetop and has the signature flavors of a hot chocolate with the signature spices and vibes of gingerbread. This cozy drink is so easy to make and share!
Servings 4 mugs of hot chocolate
Calories 329kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup molasses
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 ½ cups milk
Toppings
- Marshmallows
- Marshmallow fluff
- Chocolate shavings
- Ginger cookies
Instructions
- Add the molasses, cocoa powder, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg and kosher salt to a medium saucepan. (We are adding all ingredients EXCEPT the milk at this point.)
- Warm it up over medium high heat, and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes. It will be very thick.
- Slowly pour in milk while whisking to incorporate it into the rest of the ingredients.
- Bring to a simmer.
- Serve in mugs and garnish with your favorite toppings.
Notes
How to store: Let leftovers cool completely before storing an airtight container for liquids in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second bursts in an individual mug. If you want to reheat a large portion, add it into the slow cooker to warm up.
Nutrition
Serving: 4g | Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 778mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 56g | Vitamin A: 348IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 338mg | Iron: 2mg
