Instant Peppermint Hot Chocolate - Product Review

There are times that we just don't feel like messing with the stove to make homemade hot cocoa but still want something hot and tasty.  Today's hot chocolate solves that problem and more.

Pour milk (dairy or any non-dairy) into a microwavable cup, heat for about 1 1/2 minutes on high, open your favorite hot chocolate package, pour in cup, stir, and now add a 1/2 to 1 full shot of your favorite peppermint liqueur.

You're done and the sensational sipping begins within two minutes!

When you're hosting a gathering on a cold evening, try setting up a hot chocolate bar with instant as well as homemade.  Have hot milk, hot water, sprinkles, marshmallows, whipped cream, and of course alcoholic and non-alcoholic flavorings to add.

Notes:

• We used non-dairy milk and of our favorites are almond milk or coconut milk.  Soy and rice would also be nice.
• We like dark chocolate and have found Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate to have a rich flavor.
• There are other varieties of peppermint liqueur out there but we like Arrow for the price range and have found the intensity of the flavor to be right on target with higher priced schnapps.
• This recipe is just as nice with non-alcoholic Simply Organic Peppermint Flavor or Torani Peppermint (or try one of each in this Variety Pack) Syrup added.
• I would really like to say that this is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, wheat-free, and sugar-free but I cannot with full confidence.  However, you might like to try Café Escapes Hot Cocoa, Dark Chocolate, K-Cup Portion Pack for Keurig Brewers (gluten-free), Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate Mix, Chocolate Mocha (vegan), and Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix, Milk Chocolate (sugar-free).

Please be responsible when drinking alcohol and not drive.  Keep your friends and family safe by not allowing them to drive after drinking.  It goes (at least it should) without saying that if you aren't of the legal drinking age in your area to please refrain from alcohol and enjoy the non-alcoholic version which happens to be quite good.

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