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The Best Grinch Hot Chocolate with Green Mint Whipped Cream

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A rich, creamy hot chocolate with a vibrant green color and a cool minty kick, topped with a stable green mint whipped cream. Perfect for holiday gatherings and guaranteed to steal the show.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Green food coloring (gel-based preferred)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for whipped cream)
  • 2 tablespoons marshmallow fluff (for whipped cream)
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for whipped cream)
  • Green food coloring (for whipped cream)
  • Mini marshmallows (for garnish, optional)
  • Crushed candy canes (for garnish, optional)
  • Chocolate shavings (for garnish, optional)
  • Small red heart sprinkle (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the green mint whipped cream first: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons marshmallow fluff, and 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract. Whip with a hand mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form (2-3 minutes). Add 3-4 drops green food coloring and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Heat the milk base: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 4 cups whole milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Heat until steaming but not boiling (little bubbles around the edges), about 4-5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  3. Whisk in dry ingredients: Reduce heat to low. Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk vigorously until cocoa powder is fully dissolved and no lumps remain.
  4. Melt the chocolate: Add 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips to the pan. Whisk continuously until completely melted and mixture is smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add flavor and color: Remove pan from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. Add 4-5 drops green food coloring and whisk until evenly distributed. Taste and adjust sweetness or mint level as desired.
  6. Assemble and serve: Pour hot chocolate into mugs, filling about 3/4 full. Pipe green mint whipped cream on top using a piping bag or zip-top bag with corner snipped. Garnish with mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, chocolate shavings, and a red heart sprinkle if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For dairy-free, use oat milk and coconut cream. Gel food coloring works best for vibrant color. The marshmallow fluff stabilizes the whipped cream so it holds its shape for hours. Do not let the milk boil to avoid scorching.

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Keywords: grinch hot chocolate, green hot chocolate, mint hot chocolate, holiday drink, Christmas drink, peppermint hot chocolate

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