4cupsmilk of choice, Whole milk, 2% milk, 1% milk, skim milk, almond milk, and oat milk will all work well. A thicker milk will yield a creamier hot chocolate.
⅓cuppure maple syrup
¼cupunsweetened cocoa powder
¼cupsemisweet chocolate chips
½teaspoon vanilla extract
¼teaspoonpeppermint extract
Instructions
Add milk, pure maple syrup, and cocoa powder in a small pot on the stovetop. Heat over medium to medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until the milk is warmed. (Don't let your milk come to a boil. We're just trying to heat it through.)
Add the chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Whisk until the chocolate chips are melted.
Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows. For extra fun, garnish with candy canes and/or chocolate sprinkles. Serve immediately.