Traditional eggnog with a twist. A peppermint twist and a smooth chocolate flavor combine in this Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog. If you love chocolate, you’ll love this creative version of a classic.
Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog
Leave it to me to wait until the last minute to schedule my post for #SundaySupper. I was pretty excited about this week too. I guess somehow I still am, but with the Sandy Hook tragedy, truthfully that’s all I’ve been focused on.
I’ve definitely held my kids a little tighter, paid attention to them a bit more than I feel like I already do. I know I am so blessed to have them in my lives, and we take things like that for granted everyday. I get annoyed when the dishes aren’t done or when socks are left on the bathroom floor. But in the big scheme of things, it really doesn’t matter.
So to turn this theme around a little, I am celebrating. I am celebrating my children and being their mom. I am celebrating being a family and the precious time we spend.
And yes, I am looking forward to Christmas and spending more time with them then. But no matter where I am, or how much I am celebrating, those that were lost to us Friday will not be forgotten.
I am praying for their families. My children are praying for their families, their loved ones. I can’t say much else without flying into another bit of sobbing and tears so I will end it there. This has been such a difficult post to write, but I also feel better for it. Writing about it can help heal the pain and confusion that comes with something like this. Don’t be afraid to express your sadness, your anger, your confusion … it all matters.
Anyway, let’s focus on the drink at hand. It’s seriously good. I will be honest, measurements for me are something I struggle with. I usually just pour and taste, pour and taste. I often use more chocolate syrup, less extract, more milk, more extract… you get it… until I come up with a delicious mixture. At any rate, it’s a fun, festive party drink and is fun for celebrations.
It’s also the PERFECT drink the enjoy on a quiet evening, in front of the fireplace, lost in thought and deep concentration. Trust me, I know.
The Sunday Supper Team is having a Holiday Cocktails and Appetizers party and we would love to have you join us this week!
Holiday Cocktails
- Glühwein from Magnolia Days
- Cranberry Fizz from Dinners, Dishes and Desserts
- Rosemary Orange Punsch from Galactopdx
- Candy Cane Martini from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Raspberry Hot Chocolate from Momma’s Meals
- Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog from The Daily Dish Recipes
- Jamaican Sorrel from The Lovely Pantry
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Spoons from Chocolate Moosey
- Homemade Eggnog from Flour on my Face
- Moroccan Mint Tea from MarocMama
- Cherry Bomb from Noshing with the Nolands
- Wassel from There And Back Again
- Cranberry Sparkler Mocktail from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Pomegranate Cosmo from Supper For A Steal
- Poinsettia Mimosas from Big Bear’s Wife
- Mulled Wine: Spiked and Steamy from Daddy Knows Less
- Poinsettia Cocktails from The Catholic Foodie
- The Red Carpet Diva from Cooking Underwriter
Holiday Appetizers or Hors d’oeuvres
- Prosciutto Goat Cheese Rolls with Fig Preserves and Arugula from Shockingly Delicious
- Muenster and Spinach Pinwheels from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Smoked Salmon Blinis with Cranberry-Spiced Feta from Chattering Kitchen
- Sticky Wholegrain Mustard & Ginger Cocktail Sausages from girlichef
- Potato Leek Soup from What Smells So Good
- 5 Quick & Easy Appetizers for Your Holiday Party from Webicurean
- Bacon Peanut Caramel Corn from Gotta Get Baked
- Crostini topped with Voodoo Chicken Cream Dip from Country Girl in the Village
- Mushroom Strudel from Vintage Kitchen
- Roxanne’s Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Queso Dip from The ROXX Box
- Herbed Holiday Party Mix from Curious Cuisiniere
- Old fashioned Swedish Meatballs from I Run For Wine
- Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bites from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Fried Green Beans with Wasabi Ranch from Juanita’s Cocina
- Salsa Baked Cheese from Home Cooking Memories
- Cookie Dough Dip from The Cookie-A-Day Challenge
- Parmesan Onion Rounds from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
- Lip-smacking Cranberry Cocktail Meatballs from In The Kitchen with KP
- Hot Spinach Parmesan Dip from Comfy Cuisine
- Indian Spiced Tuna Balls from Soni’s Food
- Onion marmalade with Bacon from Ruffles and Truffles
- Sweet Potato Dip from Mama’s Blissful Bites
- Baked Jalapeno Popper Ranch Dip from Weekend Gourmet
- Hoistin Asisan Meatballs from Damn Delicious
Can you believe all those goodies? I can’t wait for this party to start!
Are you ready to make your whip up some Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog?
Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog
A sweet twist on a classic. Enjoy your eggnog with some chocolate and peppermint.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of eggnog
- 2 cups cold milk
- ¼ cup Chocolate Syrup
- ½ teaspoon of pure peppermint extract
- 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine eggnog, milk, Chocolate Syrup, and extracts into a pitcher.
- Pour into glasses and serve with a candy cane. Serve Immediately.
Family Foodie
What a gorgeous Cocktail! I can’t wait to try this one.
Hezzi-D
I’m not a huge eggnog fan but I think I’d love your version with chocolate and peppermint! It sounds great!
Renee
What a great creamy drink for the holidays! Eggnog and chocolate sound wonderful together.
Jen @JuanitasCocina
Love your post and your words. I feel the same as you.
We also love eggnog, so I know we’d love this version!
Shannon
So pretty! I will have to make this for my Husband. He loves egg nogs. Thanks for sharing.
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen
You managed to put the right holiday flavors together in one drink! Lovely recipe Nicole, I love peppermint and chocolate.
Sheila Fretz (@CookUnderwriter)
Looks pretty darn dood to me.
Tara
Drooling, I have to make one of these!!
Conni Smith
This looks fantastic!!!!! I can not wait to try it!
Arlene@FlourOnMyFace
I couldn’t wait to see your recipe. I have everything on hand to try it out later tonight!
Bea
Beautifully said…I have also been holding my children tighter.
Adding chocolate and peppermint to eggnog sounds delicious!
Katie
Would you believe me if I told you that I’ve never had eggnog before?!?! It’s true! I think I could definitely get on board with it when combined with chocolate…this sounds yummy!
Sarah Reid, RHNC (@jo_jo_ba)
I’m not a fan of eggnog but this does look decadent
Nancy @ gottagetbaked
Nicole, what a beautiful post. I know that no matter how much we all complain about the mundane things in our lives that drive us crazy, we all know how lucky we are and appreciate every moment with our loved ones. I also LOVE this drink – you’ve got every single wonderful Christmas flavour in one steaming delicious mug. It’s the perfect thing to bring a bit of joy into our lives and to enjoy with our families. Happy holidays!
Liz
You’re exactly right…sometimes it’s good to let go of the little things and just show our family that we love them.
What an amazing twist on eggnog….I think I’d drink a lot more of it if it was always spiked with chocolate 🙂
Cindys Recipes and Writings
Never tried those flavors together, sounds interesting!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
So I’ve never been a big fan of egg nog, but this reminds me of my beloved peppermint chocolate chip shake. I think this is an egg nog I could love.
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts
I am not much of an eggnog drinker, but I love the flavor twist!
Great post, and well written. LOVE the idea of celebrating my family this time of year!
Lyn @LovelyPantry
No, they will not be forgotten. Family is #1 and every day we are reminded of how precious life truly is.
Chocolate-peppermint-eggnog sounds so interesting 🙂 Anything with chocolate is a winner for me. lol
Thank you for this post, Nicole.
Laura Hunter | Small Wallet Big Appetite
I am not a fan of eggnog but this does sound tempting even to me. I would totally try this if it was served to my at a party
The Wimpy Vegetarian
What a beautifully written post from the heart. And shat a wonderful holiday drink idea for the whole family. I love this, and so easy too. I love eggnog, but haven’t really played with it a great deal, but clearly need to.
Megan - I Run For Wine
Love this recipe! Thanks for sharing.
Soni
Such a heartfelt post and I agree with you!
All of my favorite flavors in one cocktail, chocolate, peppermint and eggnog!Love this 🙂
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Totally never thought of chocolate and peppermint with eggnog!
Sunithi
Never cared for plain egg nog but with chocolate & mint … yummm ! will try this !
Carla
Love your twist on eggnog! I’m not a fan of straight-up eggnog, so I’m thinking this chocolate peppermint version would make the drink more likeable for me 🙂