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Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Recipe for a Cosy Winter Treat

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Glass mug of steaming Gingerbread Hot Chocolate made with KitKat, served on a wooden board with cinnamon sticks, festive ligh

 

Only ever made hot chocolate with powder? Prepare to have your mind blown!

What do you think of when it comes to hot chocolate? Cocoa powder, sugar and milk? Ready-made drinking chocolate? Get ready for a revolution, because once you’ve tried this recipe, you’ll never make it the same way again. Our Gingerbread hot chocolate is made with snappy KitKat® fingers, ground mixed spice, cocoa powder and hot milk – and makes the ideal winter warmer. Sip it by the fire or pack a thermos and head out for a winter walk adventure with your family or friends. It couldn’t be easier or quicker to whip up.

 

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Why We Love This Gingerbread Hot Chocolate 

The big selling point of our gingerbread hot chocolate recipe is its simplicity. In just two easy steps, blitz and heat, you get cosy mugs of smooth milk chocolate KitKat® flavours with a festive twist. You can even keep a batch of the dry ingredients in the fridge ready to go whenever the hot chocolate mood strikes! For a hot chocolate recipe the kids can enjoy too, try the Smarties Hot Chocolate recipe on our sister site.

Serving Suggestions 

There’s never a bad time for gingerbread hot chocolate, but this tasty beverage really shines in the holiday season. The warm baking spice flavours combined with the flavours of KitKat® always hit the spot. Serve it in small espresso cups as a welcome drink at a festive celebration or add a dash of coffee liqueur and turn it into an adults-only nightcap. 

And if it’s the time of year to think about homemade gifts, our KitKat® Brownies make a unique present. Bake them ahead of time – you can freeze them for up to three months!

How to Store Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Should you have leftover gingerbread hot chocolate, you can store it in a jar or a container with a lid in the fridge for up to three days. To serve, simply reheat in the microwave, stir and enjoy. 

Have you tried making the iconic KitKat Cake? Our simple recipe breaks it down. And for more inspiration and baking tips, don’t forget to sign up to the Nestlé confectionery newsletter. Happy baking!

You will need 

  • A blender

Ingredients 

  • 200ml semi-skimmed milk
  • 2 x KitKat® fingers
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch light soft brown sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp ground mixed spice
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger

For Decoration 

  • Cocoa powder to dust

Method 

  1. Place all the hot chocolate ingredients into a blender and blitz until smooth.
  2. Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and place it over medium-low heat.
  3. Bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally until heated through.
  4. Pour into a mug, dust with cocoa powder and enjoy. Top Tips When making the hot chocolate, chop your KitKat® fingers well before blitzing to make it easier for the blender. You can also use a stick blender and a deep bowl for the same result. Get the mixture as smooth as possible before moving to the stove.

Top Tips

When making the hot chocolate, chop your KitKat® fingers well before blitzing to make it easier for the blender. You can also use a stick blender and a deep bowl for the same result. Get the mixture as smooth as possible before moving to the stove.

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