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7 Extra-Warming Hot Chocolate Recipes

July 20, 2017
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There's more than one way to get your chocolate fix this winter. From European-inspired blends brimming with antioxidants to cocoa sans added sugar and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, our healthier homemade hot chocolate recipes are guaranteed to chase away the chill.
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Spiked Hot Chocolate

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This warming treat is the perfect accompaniment for a walk through the snow: A hint of peppermint schnapps will give everyone a little pep in their step. Think of it as more of a dessert than a beverage, as this hot chocolate is a bit of a splurge. Canned coconut milk gives it full-bodied richness and makes it an indulgence. Blogger and cookbook author Molly Yeh explains that "coconut goes well with chocolate and mint, so it really brings this hot chocolate together nicely."

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Barcelona Hot Chocolate

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Indulgent as it may seem, a cup of rich hot cocoa can offer enough health benefits to dissolve any guilt. One cup has twice the level of antioxidant activity of a five-ounce glass of red wine and two to three times more than a cup of green tea. This version combines bittersweet chocolate and unsweetened cocoa with espresso, brown sugar, and orange rind for a pick-me-up that's enjoyed in Spain and Europe.

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Peppermint Stick Hot Chocolate

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After the kids have enjoyed their mug full and are tucked in bed awaiting Santa's arrival, consider adding a little mint liqueur such as peppermint schnapps or creme de menthe to give this kid-favorite a grown-up flair. 

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Hot Chocolate With Ginger

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Ginger spices up the traditional snowy-night favorite. Serve it with marshmallows and a dusting of cocoa powder.

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Spiced Mocha Mix

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For those nights when a cup of something chocolaty is exactly what you need, here’s a healthier cocoa mix with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg to warm you.

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Slow Cooker Mocha Hot Chocolate

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This slow cooker hack is one that will streamline your entertaining life while delighting your guests. Chocolate ice cream (that’s right!) is the flavor base of this rich and luscious hot chocolate. It gets combined with 2% milk and instant espresso granules, then melts gently and slowly to become what is sure to become your new favorite hot chocolate. That’s it—only three ingredients to create creamy, chocolaty satisfaction. Serve at your next brunch or open house; it'll stay nice and warm in the slow cooker!

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Mexican Hot Chocolate

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A red pepper punch is a spicy addition, but kick it up even more with powerful cinnamon and nutmeg.

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